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Cal & Darcy break down West Ham's attack so far this season, discussing the transition from a counter-attacking side in the Premier League to a more possession-dominant approach in the Championship, if Nuno needs to take more risks going forward, just how valuable set-pieces are for a side at the top of the table and much more.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(02:50) Has West Ham's transition into a possession-dominant side been successful?
(08:00) How Nuno's tactics have evolved this season
(12:24) Balancing risk and reward
(17:59) Are West Ham arriving in the final third enough?
(23:31) Should West Ham take more risks going forward?
(25:24) We're taking part in Stay Tuned 2026 this month!
(28:11) Comparing West Ham's chance creation to other Championship sides
(33:41) West Ham's problems breaking down compact defences
(41:37) Maintaining threat on the counter
(44:12) The value of set-pieces
(50:23) What do West Ham need to improve on/continue for the rest of the season?
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