Keep an eye on Luke Graham at Dundee. Tall, physical and good on the ball. Excited to see him in the second half of the season

Absolutely brilliant episode. Really enjoyed it. It's just a sgame gheir arent more players out there we can talk about. Same guys all the time

Everybody leaving Celtic and Bailey Rice is a case in point why kids shouldnt be going to Rangers

Interesting to hear Kai and John’s thoughts on Adam Forrester at Hearts? I understand you can only fit in so many players in your timeframe. I agree with John about Lennon Millar. Italy will be a great move for his development, they train harder and more regularly than most other leagues and the time he’d get on the ball could be the springboard he’d need to end up at an elite club. Great podcast again Kieran.

Thank you very much for all of your content. I would add a couple of names in Sam Chambers (Leeds Utd) if we can keep him and Jack Fletcher (Man Utd) if we can convince him...Both are very creative midfielders. W have 4 Scots qualified centre halves playing at Man Utd. All dual qualified. You would be hoping that at least one of them is of the level required in time for Scotland:- Tyler Fletcher (also defensive midfielder); Jack Kingdon; Louise Jackson and Daniel Armer.

Another name I would throw out there for maybe a year from now would be Rudi Molotnikov, looked like a standout against France and Wales for Scotland u19s.

2:17 Robbie Ure 7:35 Liam Morrison 11:28 Bobby Wales 15:30 David Watson 20:32 Gabriel Forsyth 25:20 Ryan Oné 29:34 Max Johnstone 33:41 James Wilson 41:05 Ben Doak 45:13 Lennon Miller

First part of tactical coaching in youth is true. In my generation was Perisic and I had privilege to play with him for our highschool team. But most of our kids train at young ages swimming and after few years start other sports. But football u play every free time on the street with older guys at least we did.

Prescient stuff, at 29:00. Two days later and Shelley Kerr gets Technical role within the Hearts mens setup 🤨

Aberdeen have been doing this well before Hearts. Personally, dngaf about world sports, let's focus on Scottish footy, that matter to us.

Great podcast Kieran. As a Hearts supporter and a foundation member I’m very excited about the clubs future. The deal is in two parts. The Jamestown deal has been signed but Tony Blooms investment has to be voted on by 2nd December and probably won’t go through until start of next year. I think Bloom pinpointed Hearts due to our financial success. If you look at the top 3 profitable clubs in the UK, Celtic, Spurs and Hearts were top 3. Now Hearts have shown profit over a sustained amount of time where both Hibs and Aberdeen haven’t. This has more than likely the reason Bloom looked at Hearts.

The question is, why didn't they play like this against Hungary?

The last 3 games have saved the manager , he'll now be in charge for the entire World Cup 2026 campaign .

The difference in audio levels is sooooo annoying

Sadly I missed you guys live. Question I think John could answer: Does Clement play Souttar on the left centre half position? If so you can kind of understand his few errors against Killie etc. folk may think it doesn’t matter what side you play but it certainly does. Positioning in terms of on the pitch and body position is different for a right footed player who playing on the left of centre half. Just wondered what John’s thoughts are on this?

Talking about whether Clarke is the right man or more interesting replacements - please bear in mind, as I'm sure you do ,managing isn't just about playing styles and tactics. People management is key to getting the best out of international players who spend a short time together. Steve Clarke is massively respected and trusted by the players. It's hard to imagine anyone else having that just now.

Croatia are a really poor side?? Heard that and now I’m leaving.

I would recommend the book Data Game, its about the data revolution at Liverpool, but can be applied to what Hearts and others are trying to achieve

Didnt Hearts and Hamilton give away a couple of million away to scammers?

Key difference from jimmy Thelin and previous managers, is he has a clear identity and philosophy on how he wants the club to perform both on and off the field. He has galvanised the whole city about being one team, sticking together. His onfield tactics and identity is clear to be seen and he looks for this to be consistent. He also has ensured it is a squad game.

Absolutely delighted to find this podcast. Despite being a Hearts supporter and a proud Scotsman, I find Scottish football amateurish and depressing. It’s also a complete non-entity outside of Scotland. I applaud any attempts to improve the Scottish game.

😂😂😂 Hearts, Scottish fitbas most relegated club

Good to see Joel on with you. As a Hearts supporter and a Foundation member I’m really hoping the Bloom deal goes through in its entirety. I think it will help with the biggest problem in Scottish football at this time in my opinion which is the lack of young players getting a chance. I’m not sure if you’ve seen the data for the percentage of youth players coming through in top tear? The numbers are terrible, Motherwell is the best with 18% but the rest are 4% or under. This I’m hoping will be changed with Blooms investment at Hearts, it’s something I’ve been wanting for years. Even back in the early 90’s I was invited to Federation meeting where we were asked to vote on where we wanted finance to go, I voted to give it to youth system but it was categorically voted down. No one wanted it and of course we spent it on players we couldn’t afford and look where it ended up. Folk need to wake up and stop chasing a short term dream that will never happen.

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Jamestown is very much sought after especially in the EPL By all accounts Liverpool offered £50m to use it and Chelsea took the Brighton manager and coaches to try and access it to no avail Hearts are in a great position to be offered access to this data and strategies Hopefully some movement with it in the January transfer window but expected to be fully implemented next summer Tony Bloom to acquire a small stake in Hearts within the next couple of years if Jamestown is a success

Another top pod. 👍

The biggest insult for me is just how big an inferiority complex there is in the Scottish public. I'm fed up with the whole 'we're only a wee nation' chat, when smaller countries like Iceland and Croatia have gone further than us in recent major tournaments. Scottish football has no ambition for its youth, because it's just accepted that the development isn't good enough

Investing in data and analytics is exactly what Scottish football needs. Good to see Hearts looking to the future in terms of their operations. Here's to hoping that more clubs follow through

The way in which Thelin dealt with the Duk affair has given the team a sense of loyalty. Thelin has formed an alliance between himself, team, staff and fans.

This will not go all the way I reckon Celtic will kick there backside and the league will be won by the end of January/February there is no competition for Celtic this year

It's refreshing to see a Scottish club outwith the old firm appointing a manager that's outside of the box. Not just a washed up EFL gaffer or one of the recycled coaches that makes his way around the premiership and championship. Watch a bunch of the premiership clubs appoint Scandinavian managers now that it's working for the Dons

great stuff guys, subscribed and looking forward to more in the future

Dave Cormack, the board and the recruitment team all deserve huge credit for the MASSIVE amount of groundwork before Jimmy came in. We have highlighted a certain style we want to play, and the recruitment has been fantastic in filling these positions with young players, mostly from bigger academy clubs and most with some form of youth/u21 international team experience. Also going to the not so popular leagues and trying the best talent from them. The fan experience has also been looked at and changed, taking in a lot of ideas from the fans and trying to implement them, likes of singing sections moved, events for kids before some games etc. Jimmy was contacted before about coming to us a couple of years ago, but he declined. He was targeted to be the main man as his tactics were exactly in line with what the board was aiming for. look at the youngsters at aberdeen, all play the same formation / tactic, and all levels have won leagues or cups or invites to european tournaments. the base is already in place. Jimmy came in, we added a couple more players and it worked - as we had plenty players that can play in his formation, like of shayden is perfect example - he was used as a wing back before, played in his actual position and we are all talking about him. we are all pushing in the right direction at the same time now, long may it last. there will be talk of teams wanting jimmy if this continues, but the fact that the board agreed to wait a couple of months for him - because he had huge loyalty to Elfsborg and refused to walk out of them before their mid season break. fantastic to see such a thing these days, and if he goes, i cannot see him just waking out and leaving us scratching our heads, we need stability, and i think we are finally getting it.

Wait till the season is over and jimmy thelin will be in govan being awarded the rangers job and your a fool if u think otherwise Andy Matthews

Aberdeen hopefully keep up the good form. Sometimes the squad cant do it the whole season.

At last. A podcast engaged with intelligent conversation.. The guys also look like the type of people one would be happy to have a pint with. I may be supporting Celtic -- but I'm rooting for Aberdeen to excel this season. I expect a win on Wednesday; or at the very least, a draw. They obviously found a very good coach!

Really good Pod Kieran very detailed analysis from Michael and John also with Regards to Aberdeen. as a massive Dons fan myself it’s a breath of fresh air under Jimmy right now and long may it continue We go again on Wed nervous but looking forward to the next challenge then the cup semi final also COYR!

Regardless of whether or not Aberdeen can maintain this form, the problem with sustaining any kind of challenge is the same as it was during some of our good runs under McInnes - it’s difficult to see where Celtic drop many points. Even if Aberdeen could reach 80pts, which no non OF club has ever done, it most likely wouldn’t be enough.

Willie millers looking well,eh!😂

We need all teams to be more challenging,and for me thats always been down to a managers personality,eg, ferguson,o,niell,smith,m,clean, souness,stein.If you dont have a winning mentality,you dont win! But,watch out for the S.C.F.A!!!

The Revolution will end on Wednesday when the Rangers come to Aberdeen

What we learn from Jimmy Thelin is, if you hire / sack enough managers eventually you get lucky 😂. Live few months of the year in Sweden, so seen lot of Thelin teams over the years, even watched a youth game when he was manager at Jönköpings Södra IF.. He has been on a "long list" for German jobs in the past, so he has earned a name for himself outside Sweden before moving to Aberdeen. All that said, he has had a chunk of good fortune with some results.. But, more importantly having the players that can adapt to his style. Modern football the first 10-20 games almost set out how fans / players buy into a manager, with lack of money in Scotland, molding a team can take "Years". So its not being a "good manager" thats sets Thelin apart, its his ability to choose which club to join & understanding they have the players to mold into his style. So many good managers lack the ability to judge a club before jumping into the managers job.

A new stadium is more likely with more cash so sell outs help

Seeing a challenge by Aberdeen is FANTASTIC for Scottish football! Rangers and the tribute act have poisoned much of the sport and product that is the SPFL through their cheating and corruption, costing many clubs and devaluing the product; so it is nice to have a new club challenge at the top and making the league more competitive. Hope their success continues and I really hope they get 2nd this season and push Celtic to the wire!

excellent analysis. As an Aberdeen fan it is so good to watch . Pittodrie is bouncing! It feels special.

Not an Aberdeen fan myself but enjoying them being up there at the top. I’m a celtic fan but I want Aberdeen to keep this going all the way. (Thats working on the assumption we keep it up ourselves of course) and not just for the obligatory “beat rangers” stuff. Just to see another team is great. The buzz. The belief growing. We’re so conditioned to expect it to fizzle out or hit a limit when a non Glasgow team has a storming start. I really hope not.

Aberdeen have always had a huge support, it amazes me just how many fans Aberdeen have all across Scotland, England and into Europe mainly as a result of the success in the 80’s but no other club in Scotland can mobilise a city the way a string Aberdeen side can. The whole city and region just lives and breaths the football club.

Great content 🎉 I'll definitely watch again.

I see it as more of an evolution than a revolution. Lots of progress since Cormack has taken over. He's been good for the club, you could even say he has improved scottish football. According to transfermarket, Aberdeen have the highest transfer profit over the last 5 years and second highest over 10 years, we know how to spot, develop and then sell talent. The young team won the U-18's and you can make a decent team out of ex-aberdeen youth players. Bain, McKenna, Ramsey, O'Donnell, Robertson, Jack, Barron, Campbell, Wright, Fraser, Shankland. Attendance/attmosphere has improved due to the changes in the red shed, the work of stephen mccormick and encouraging kids into the richard donald. New training ground in 2019. Longer contracts for players. Hibs have 15 players who's contract expire this season, Aberdeen only have 5 plus one loanee. Quality staff behind the scenes. (Leven, Rochon, Burrows and Bernhard Peters consultancy is still ongoing.) Although we were poor in the league last season our cup runs were better than average, while in Europe we were competitive in evey game we played. Ain't saying Thelin is the missing peice or we're going to split the OF and be the 2nd best but we have laid solid groundworks for the future.

Jimmy rightly getting the plaudits, but, there are 3 other coaches at the club in Emir Bajrami, Christer Persson and Peter Leven. Bajrami himself played as a winger for a host of european clubs and I feel the improvement in the wide areas more specifically are down to good coaching from the 3 mentioned, not just Jimmy.