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  • Spurs and Palace: Season Preview & Key Insights
    2024/09/19

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the WSL. In this final season preview, we take a deep dive into Spurs and Palace. We'll review their performance last season, discuss the summer changes, and make predictions for the upcoming season.

    Host Sam Biccarino is joined by The Halfway Line's Jamie Spangher & Finley Chung as they analyse Spurs' squad changes, the impact of Robert Villahamn's extended contract, and how they might fare this season. We also turn our focus to newly promoted Crystal Palace, examining their significant squad changes and potential key players.

    Plus, don't miss our fan-favourite game show "Know Your Stat," where our guests compete to showcase their WSL knowledge. Get ready for an insightful and entertaining episode!

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    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!

    Don't forget to hit follow and leave a five-star review! Also follow @Stattorino on social media for all the WSL stats you need.

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    42 分
  • Fantasy WSL: Building the Ultimate Team for the New Season
    2024/09/18

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women's Super League. In this special episode, host Sam Biccarino dives into the exciting world of Fantasy WSL, now back for its second season. Sam shares his team selection strategy, from picking key players at teams with a good run of game like Manchester United and Chelsea to finding hidden gems that offer great value.

    Sam explains his thought process behind selecting goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards, giving listeners a comprehensive guide to building a winning fantasy team. He also introduces new features like visionary points and offers insights into which players might earn these bonus points.

    Join Sam as he reveals his team for the season and provides tips on how to maximise your points. Whether you're a seasoned fantasy football player or new to the game, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you succeed. Don't forget to join the Stattorino League and compete with over 100 participants! League code is 9QBBXCX

    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!

    Don't forget to hit follow and leave a five-star review! Also follow @Stattorino on social media for all the WSL stats you need.

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    24 分
  • Leicester & Man City - Season Preview & Predictions
    2024/09/17

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women's Super League. In this episode, host Sam Biccarino delves into the upcoming WSL season, providing in-depth previews of Leicester City and Manchester City.

    Sam begins with an analysis of Leicester's previous season, their summer transfers, and the changes within the squad. With a new manager at the helm and several promising signings, what can fans expect from Leicester this season?

    Next, Sam shifts focus to Manchester City, who narrowly missed out on the WSL title last season. With key transfers, including the high-profile signing of Viv Miedema, and the return of Jill Roord, can Man City clinch the title this year?

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    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!

    Don't forget to hit follow and leave a five-star review! Also follow @Stattorino on social media for all the WSL stats you need.

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    27 分
  • Everton & Liverpool - Season Preview & Predictions
    2024/09/17

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL where host Sam Biccarino delves into the stats and facts of the Women's Super League. In this episode, we shift our focus to Merseyside, examining both Everton and Liverpool's performances last season, their summer changes, and predictions for the 2024-25 season.

    First, we dissect Everton's pretty average season, their key departures and signings, and the importance of recent contract extensions. Can they improve on their eighth-place finish?

    Next, we explore Liverpool's surprising success last season, their significant squad changes, and what the future holds. Will they maintain their top-4 position, or will recent departures like Missy Bo-Kerns affect their momentum?

    Join us as we provide in-depth analysis and predictions for both teams, setting the stage for an exciting WSL season ahead.

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    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!

    Don't forget to hit follow and leave a five-star review! Also follow @Stattorino on social media for all the WSL stats you need.

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    18 分
  • Chelsea & West Ham - Season Preview & Predictions
    2024/09/16

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts of the Women's Super League. I am your host, Sam Biccarino, and I'm joined by Chloe Woolaway and Freya Taylor-Hall to preview the upcoming season for Chelsea and West Ham.

    Discover how Chelsea, last season's WSL winners, plan to defend their title and make a push for the Champions League under new manager Sonia Bompastor. We dive into the squad changes, key transfers like Lucy Bronze, and predictions for the season ahead.

    On the flip side, we examine West Ham's struggles and their fight to stay clear of relegation. With significant departures and new signings, can they improve on last season's 11th-place finish?

    Don't miss the fan-favourite segment Know Your Stat, where Chloe and Freya go head-to-head.

    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you!

    Don't forget to leave a five-star review and follow @Stattorino on social media for all the WSL stats you need.

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    49 分
  • Aston Villa & Brighton - Season Preview & Predictions
    2024/09/10

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to stats and facts in the WSL. In this episode, host Sam Biccarino is joined by Freya Taylor-Hall & Sophie Whittaker to dive into the upcoming WSL season with a detailed preview of Aston Villa and Brighton.

    They discuss how both teams performed last season, the significant changes over the summer, and make predictions for the next year. The discussion includes key transfers, managerial changes, and expectations for the teams. Highlights include the impact of Fran Kirby joining Brighton and the potential of Aston Villa's new signings.

    Don't miss the fan-favourite segment Know Your Stat, where Freya and Sophie go head-to-head in a trivia game about WSL appearances, goalkeepers, and creativity stats.

    Tune in for an insightful and entertaining episode as we gear up for another exciting WSL season!

    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you! Don't forget to leave a five-star review and follow @Stattorino on social media for more data-driven insights

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    45 分
  • Decoding Celin Bizet - A Deep Dive into the Stats of Man Utd's new winger
    2024/09/04

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to the stats and facts in the Women's Super League. In today's episode join me, your host Sam Biccarino, as I delve into the recent signing of Celin Bizet by Manchester United.

    Bizet, a 22-year-old Norwegian winger, joins United after leaving Spurs, where she made a significant impact over the past two seasons. I break down her numbers, including playing time, shooting accuracy, and xG performance, to explain why Manchester United was keen on adding her to their squad.

    Listeners will also get insights into Bizet's creativity, passing, dribbling, and defensive skills, showcasing her well-rounded abilities on the field. Despite some small areas needing improvement, her overall stats indicate that she will be a valuable asset for Manchester United.

    If you're a fan of in-depth statistical analysis and want to understand why Celin Bizet is a player to watch this season, tune in to this episode of Decoding the WSL. Follow @Stattorino on Instagram, TikTok, and X (Twitter) for more content, and don't forget to give the show a five-star review!

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    10 分
  • Arsenal & Man United - Season Preview & Predictions
    2024/08/27

    Welcome to Decoding the WSL, the podcast dedicated to stats and facts in the WSL. In this episode, your host Sam Biccarino is joined by Conner Roberts and Laura Howard for a comprehensive preview of Arsenal and Manchester United for the upcoming WSL season.

    We'll analyse how both teams performed last season, explore the significant changes over the summer, and offer our predictions on how they will fare this season. From player transfers and injuries to in-depth discussions on key signings like Daphne van Domselaar and Elisabeth Terland, we've got it all covered.

    Additionally, we answer questions from our listeners, debate the impact of managerial strategies, and play a fun game of "Know Your Stat" to test our knowledge. Don't miss out!

    If you're a fan of stats in football, the WSL, or both, this podcast is for you! Don't forget to leave a five-star review and follow @Stattorino on social media for more data-driven insights

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