In this episode of Las Blancas Podcast hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 2-2 draw against Chelsea in the first matchday of the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage.
Talking points:

Alberto Toril and Emma Hayes’ lineup choices in the big game

Ivana’s inclusion in the starting XI

How game state influenced our playstyle

Chelsea’s back three build-up and how it affected our pressing

Chelsea’s control in the game and lopsided stats

The big referee talk

VAR in UEFA Women’s Champions League

Debate: Was Chelsea’s third goal rightfully disallowed?

Caicedo and Lawrence’s duel

Olga’s clutch gene on big stages

Misa’s good showing

Athenea’s anonymous performance

Niamh Charles’ impressive development

Was the result fair?

How does this result impact the bigger picture?

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Hosts this week:
Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)
Kanita (@KaniFroh)
Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)


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