Las Blancas Podcast: Weir’s World

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s dominant performance against Valencia and Caroline Weir’s hattrick.

Talking points:

• Lineup selection and Toril sticking with the same XI
• Valencia’s dominance in the opening quarter
• Valencia’s usage of the goalkeeper in the buildup
• Narrow off-the-ball shape for Valencia
• Toletti’s resurgence in form and two-way threat
• Weir’s movements in and around the box
• Wide combination play between Kenti, Athenea and Toletti
• Valencia’s equalizer and difficult finish from Carro
• Kenti’s first goal in Liga F this season and her overall performance
• Zornoza’s role as the wide playmaker and her synergy with Olga
• Weir’s first senior hattrick and her influence for Madrid since the signing
• Toril’s game management
• Tere’s ability to win possession and kickstart attacks
• Valencia’s sustained threat throughout the game
• Standout youngsters from Valencia and why they are a fun but not as effective side at times
• Schedule ahead for Las Blancas

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Hosts this week:

Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)

Kanita (@KaniFroh)

Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)