Liverpool are in freefall, and calling it a “blip” is denial at this point.
From starting the season top of the table to dropping to 11th, losing six out of seven, and getting dismantled by teams sitting 19th… something deeper is going on. And today's episode breaks it down from every angle — tactical, emotional, psychological, and cultural.
This is not just about bad form.
This is about energy, grief, disconnect, recruitment, and reality.
In this episode we cover:
• Why Liverpool look lost, disconnected, and fragile
• How grief and emotional weight may be shaping the dressing room
• Why new signings are struggling to integrate
• What the stats, structure, and performances actually say
• Whether Slot is out of his depth — or deserves more time
• How Liverpool can recover THIS season
• And yes… whether Klopp returning (in any capacity) makes sense
We also break down the Spurs disasterclass, what Arsenal’s win means, Chelsea’s blueprint for big matches, and how the next few weeks will define the title race.
If you’re a football fan, this is one of the most layered, honest breakdowns you’ll hear.
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The Shafts Sports is BACK.
#Liverpool, #PremierLeague, #LFC, #ArneSlot, #Klopp, #FootballAnalysis, #PremierLeagueNews, #SportsTalk, #FootballPodcast, #LiverpoolFC, #Arsenal, #Chelsea, #Spurs, #FootballBreakdown, #Tactics, #EPL, #SoccerAnalysis, #FootballDiscussion, #LiverpoolCollapse, #TheShaftSports
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – 03:31 | Premier League Weekend Reactions
03:32 – 26:57 | Liverpool’s Collapse: The Deep Dive
26:58 – 35:30 | What Happens Next?
Fear doesn’t just stop us from danger — it stops us from discomfort.
It convinces us that familiar pain is safer than unfamiliar possibility.
And most of us build our entire adult lives around that lie.
In this episode, Erasmus sits down with Pearl, a brilliant thinker who breaks down human behaviour, emotional patterns, and the psychology behind why we do what we do.
🔥 What this episode uncovers:
• Why fear shows up as “being careful,” “not today,” or “maybe later”
• How trauma shapes our confidence and everyday decisions
• Why we overestimate future pain and underestimate our ability to bounce back
• How the fear of uncertainty drives most of our life choices
• Why people stay in jobs, relationships, and environments they hate
• How neuroplasticity helps us rewire fear into confidence
• How small actions build momentum, receipts, and self-belief
• The difference between fear, intuition, and avoidance
• Why facing small fears changes everything else in your life
From language anxiety to the fear of being judged…
From public embarrassment to fear of the unknown…
From workplace anxiety to the subconscious patterns we carry from childhood…
This episode gets real, practical, and deeply human.
#fear #confidence #selfgrowth #mindset #traumahealing #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #uncertainty #personaldevelopment #psychologytalk #podcast #conversations #mentalhealth #humanbehaviour #selfbelief #neuroplasticity #confidencebuilding #motivation #growthmindset #theshaftsconversations
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Host: Andrews Terku
Guest: Pearl Kwadade
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00 – 02:48 | Understanding Fear: The Starting Point
02:49 – 16:51 | How Fear Shapes Our Daily Lives
16:52 – 29:50 | The Psychology & Neuroscience of Fear
29:51 – 39:30 | Building Confidence and Rewiring Your Mind
39:31 – 51:25 | Breaking Free: Practical Advice & Final Lessons
The Premier League is officially mad. One-third of the season is gone and the table already looks chaotic. Arsenal are tough again. Chelsea are back in the mix. Sunderland are punching above their weight. Wolves still have zero wins. Forest look unrecognisable. And Pep is breathing down Arsenal’s neck… again.
In this episode of The Shafts Sports, we reset the entire season.
We revisit our predictions, challenge our old takes, and re-rank every major category:
We break down:
• Who really wins the Premier League
• City vs Arsenal — the real title favourite
• Whether Chelsea are genuinely back
• Sunderland’s unexpected climb
• Who sneaks into the Top 4
• Man United’s confusing season
• Surprise contenders to watch
• The three clubs most likely to get relegated
• Why this league is impossible to predict
If you love honest football debates, real analysis, and zero sugar-coating — this episode is for you.
👇 Drop your Top 4 & Relegation predictions in the comments.
We’ll revisit them on Gameweek 38… if you don’t delete them first. 😅
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PremierLeague, EPL, Arsenal, ManchesterCity, Chelsea, Liverpool, ManUnited, Sunderland, AstonVilla, Tottenham, FootballAnalysis, FootballPodcast, TitleRace, PremierLeaguePredictions, RelegationBattle, TopFourRace, TheShaftsSports, FootballContent, SoccerTalk
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 Premier League Predictions Revisited
05:18 Liverpool's Title Chances
19:23 Arsenal vs. Manchester City: Who Will Win?
41:10 Chelsea's Dual Nature: Title Contenders or Inconsistent Performers?
56:07 Relegation Battle: Teams at Risk and Potential Survivors
In this deeply reflective episode of The Shafts Conversations, we confront one of the hardest topics in global politics — Gaza, Palestine, and the world’s moral responsibility.
Andrews Terku sits down with Faithfulness Okom to unpack the grief, politics, faith, justice, and human cost behind the war in Gaza. Together, they explore:
- What makes Gaza the defining moral test of our generation
- The meaning of “moral minimums” and why they matter
- The legal definition of genocide — and if Israel’s actions meet that threshold
- Why the world’s response to Gaza differs from Ukraine
- The blurred line between antisemitism and legitimate criticism of Israel
- What ordinary people can do to resist silence and uphold truth
This episode is not about division — it’s about truth, compassion, and moral courage.
Because silence in the face of mass suffering is complicity.
🔴 Listen. Reflect. Share.
The conversation the world needs — but few dare to have.
Subscribe for more honest, unflinching conversations about justice, humanity, and power.
#Gaza, #Palestine, #Israel, #GazaGenocide, #MoralCourage, #TruthAndJustice, #MiddleEastConflict, #InternationalLaw, #HumanRights, #FaithAndPolitics, #TheShaftsConversations, #FreePalestine, #GazaUnderAttack, #CeasefireNow, #WorldPolitics, #HistoryRepeats, #MediaBias, #Occupation, #HumanityFirst, #GlobalJustice
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Host: Andrews Terku
Guest: Faithfulness Okom
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – Setting the Framework: Context, Complexity & Moral Clarity
01:42 – History, Zionism & The Roots of the Conflict
19:52 – Genocide, Law & Global Power
56:19 – Double Standards, Hypocrisy & Global Inaction
01:31:02 – Resistance, Hope & The Future of Humanity
Xabi Alonso has returned to Real Madrid — not as a midfield metronome, but as the architect of a new era. His first months in charge have been a crash course in identity-building: tactical tweaks, shape-shifting systems, injury improvisation, and an evolving pressing philosophy.
In this episode, we break down:
- How Alonso is reshaping Real Madrid tactically
- What his Club World Cup run revealed
- Why flexibility is at the heart of “Xabi Ball”
- Early winners in the squad (Garcia, Güler, Hoeneß)
- Realistic expectations for Year One
- Whether this Madrid has the tools to dominate Europe again
Alonso’s Madrid is not just playing football, they are building a system. The question is whether this system can survive the pressure, the fixture list, and the Champions League.
Do you believe Alonso is the right man for this era? Comment below.
#XabiAlonso, #RealMadrid, #LosBlancos, #LaLiga, #FootballTactics, #SoccerAnalysis, #XabiBall, #RealMadridTactics, #TacticalAnalysis, #ClubWorldCup, #AlonsoEra, #FranGarcia, #ArdaGuler, #GonzaloGarcia, #ViniciusJr, #TrentAlexanderArnold, #FootballStrategy, #SoccerRebuild, #RealMadridNews, #FootballBreakdown
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Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00: The King’s Return & Early Experiments
04:45: La Liga Form, Flexibility & Player Evolution
06:51: Challenges, Expectations & The Alonso Era Ahead
Every bad result at Manchester United instantly becomes a crisis story. Pundits pile on, headlines go nuclear, and the narrative shifts from football to theatre. One loss turns into “the club is finished,” “the manager must go,” or “United are clueless” , long before any project is allowed to breathe.
But when Arsenal, Liverpool or Chelsea struggle, the language becomes softer. “Transition,” “project,” “growing pains,” “give them time.” The tone shifts. The patience reappears. The benefit of the doubt is restored.
So is this just banter? A coincidence? Or does football media treat United differently on purpose?
In this episode we break down:
- Why crisis headlines sell more when it’s United
- How media outrage actually affects the stock price and investor panic
- Why United’s public corporate status magnifies every loss
- How repeated negativity destabilizes managers and squads
- Why other clubs are “rebuilding” while United are always “collapsing”
This is not just a story about narrative. It’s a story about economics, incentives, and the machine behind Premier League outrage culture.
Manchester United are not just a football club, they are a global business, and when bad press hits, it hits the balance sheet, not just the league table.
If you're tired of shallow hot takes and want actual context, this one is for you.
#ManchesterUnited, #MUFC, #FootballMedia, #MediaBias, #PremierLeague, #FootballPolitics, #SportsBusiness, #StockMarket, #PublicClub, #FootballAnalysis, #ManUnitedNews, #FootballNarratives, #Punditry, #SportsEconomics, #FootballDebate, #TheShaftSports
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 | Media Pressure and Double Standards
01:46 | How Reputation Turns Into Financial Damage for United
03:59 | The Crisis–Recovery Cycle and the Real Double Standard
Do you freeze in meetings or dread presentations? This episode of The Shaft Conversations will change how you see public speaking.
Our guest, Jeremiah Sekyi, a world public speaking champion who’s spoken in 13+ countries; wasn’t “born confident.” He learned it. He failed, practiced daily, and built a career helping others find their voice.
What you’ll learn:
- A practical way to turn anxiety into fuel
- The “evidence bank” method to build real confidence
- How to practice (daily, simple, repeatable) like a pro
- Authentic voice over speaking hacks (and how to find yours)
- Why communication is the bridge between talent and opportunity
- Career lessons: switching paths, staying accountable, and compounding skill
Who this is for: young professionals, founders, managers, creators—anyone who needs to be persuasive on camera or in the room.
📲 Connect with Jeremiah on LinkedIn: search “Jeremiah Sekyi 100 tips
If this inspired you, like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs the nudge.
#PublicSpeaking, #CommunicationSkills, #CareerGrowth, #WorkConfidence, #OvercomingAnxiety, #PresentationSkills, #YoungProfessionals, #PersonalDevelopment, #SelfImprovement, #Leadership, #Motivation, #Productivity, #InterviewSkills, #Meetings, #ProfessionalSkills, #TheShaftConversations, #Podcast, #CreatorCareer, #ImpromptuSpeaking, #ConfidenceBuilding
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Host: Erasmus
Guest: Jeremiah Sekyi
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00 | Overcoming Speaking Anxiety + Meet Jeremiah & the 100-Day Challenge
04:17 | Early Struggles and First Breakthroughs
07:59 | Confidence by Reps: Community, Persistence & the “Evidence Bank”
33:46 | Career Pivot: Pharmacy to Communication (Passion, Prove-It Year, First Steps, Global Recognition)
39:32 | Lifelong Learning, Professional Responsibility, Coaching Wins & Final Advice
Before the promotions and glow-ups came the grind.
This episode dives into the unspoken early-career struggles that shape every success story — the sleepless nights, the broke seasons, the silent doubts.
We explore:
- Why everyone hides their early-career pain
- The reality of survival in today’s economy
- How to stay motivated when you’re stuck
- Why struggle builds resilience, not failure
If you’ve ever felt behind, this one’s for you.
👉 Subscribe for more real conversations that remind you: success isn’t instant, t’s built in silence.
#CareerGrowth, #EarlyCareer, #WorkStruggles, #LifeAdvice, #TheShaftConversations, #YoungProfessionals, #Motivation, #PersonalGrowth, #Resilience, #WorkLife, #SelfImprovement, #Entrepreneurship, #Inspiration, #PodcastClips, #RealTalk
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Host: Andy
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00–02:50 | The Hidden Struggles of Starting Out
02:51–06:59 | Surviving the System
07:00–09:13 | Growth, Recovery, and Real Talk
The 2025 Ballon d’Or debate wasn’t about football, it was about hype.
In this episode, we unpack why fans were desperate for Lamine Yamal to win, how Barcelona’s marketing machine amplified the story, and how Raphinha’s world-class season got buried beneath the noise.
We’re asking the real question: Do fans still care about performance — or just the fairytale?
Listen as we break down:
- Why Yamal’s hype went too far
- The overlooked brilliance of Raphinha
- How social media shapes football awards
- The danger of “aura” over achievement
👉 Subscribe for more honest football analysis, where numbers matter more than narratives.
#LamineYamal,#BallonDor,#FootballDebate,#Raphinha,#Barcelona,#BarcaNews,#FootballAnalysis,#TheShaftSports,#FootballPodcast,#EuropeanFootball,#LaLiga,#FootballFans,#HotTakes,#ModernFootball,#FootballCulture
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00–01:50 | The Rise of Lamine Yamal
01:51–06:20 | When Narrative Beats Performance
06:21–07:41 | The Real Ballon d’Or Question
One week Pep is a genius. The next he’s “overthinking.” The same tactic is either revolutionary or reckless depending on the result. This is punditry in 2025; outcome bias, tribal narratives, and entertainment over explanation.
We unpack:
- Why Amorim gets slammed for the same system Pep gets praised for
- How pundits flip-flop to feed the attention economy
- Why modern punditry blurs into fandom and banter
- How fans can cut through the noise and find real analysis
#FootballPundits, #SoccerAnalysis, #PremierLeague, #HotTakes, #FootballPodcast, #SportsMedia, #PepGuardiola, #ManchesterUnited, #Amorim, #SkySports, #TacticalAnalysis, #FootballFans
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Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – 05:36 | The Flip-Flop of Football Punditry
05:37 – 11:12 | Incentives and Hot Takes
11:13 – 13:09 | Complexity and Independent Thinking
Chelsea entered the 2025/26 season with sky-high expectations after winning the Club World Cup and spending big on new stars. Reece James himself declared they should be challenging for the title. But just weeks in, Chelsea have lost back-to-back games, fans are chanting “Mariska Out,” and cracks are showing again.
In this episode, we dive deep into:
- Why Chelsea are struggling despite heavy investment
- Whether overachieving last season raised expectations too fast
- The role of individual errors vs deeper tactical and structural problems
- How injuries and questionable squad-building affect the project
- Why Chelsea’s ownership model may be doing more harm than good
We also ask the big question: Is this just a bump, or are Chelsea repeating the same old mistakes?
#ChelseaFC, #Chelsea, #PremierLeague, #EPL, #FootballPodcast, #ChelseaStruggles, #CFC, #StamfordBridge, #Mariska, #ReeceJames, #ClubWorldCup, #FootballAnalysis, #SoccerPodcast, #EnglishFootball, #TransferTalk
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – 04:26 | High Hopes and Early Struggles
04:27 – 11:03 | Mariska’s Position Under Pressure
11:04 – 19:58 | Performance, Consistency, and Costly Errors
19:59 – 26:50 | Deeper Problems: Injuries, Tactics, and Squad Management
26:51 – 37:23 | Ownership, Finances, and The Road Ahead
Manchester United fans are frustrated again. Eight wins in over 30 games, derby defeats, and yet another tactical reboot under Rúben Amorim. But is the problem really Amorim’s radical 3-4-3 system, or is the squad simply broken after years of failed projects?
We unpack:
- Why Sporting Lisbon’s blueprint worked but Old Trafford is different
- How constant reinvention has left United without an identity
- Why too much change too fast can mentally break players
- Whether this is just growing pains or the start of another dead end
Question: If you could change ONE thing at United tomorrow, would it be the tactics or the players?
#ManchesterUnited, #MUFC, #RubenAmorim, #OldTrafford, #PremierLeague, #FootballPodcast, #ManUtdNews, #Tactics, #UnitedStand, #SoccerAnalysis, #FootballFans, #EPL
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – 03:13 | Setting the Record Straight
03:14 – 08:20 | Systems, Philosophy, and Criticism
08:21 – 10:45 | The Core Issue and Way Forward
Another weekend, another VAR controversy. Social media says referees are ruining football. But the Premier League’s independent panel tells a different story: fewer mistakes, faster decisions, better accuracy. So why does it feel worse?
We unpack:
- The narrative vs the numbers
- Why media amplification and outrage distort perception
- VAR’s impact — 97% accuracy, faster checks, semi-automated offsides
- Where refs still fail — inconsistency, big-game pressure, and communication gaps
#PremierLeague, #VAR, #Referees, #PGMOL, #FootballPodcast, #SoccerRefs, #EPL, #FootballDebates, #VARControversy, #RefWatch, #SoccerAnalysis, #FootballFans
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Host: Andy Terku
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 – 03:07 | Narratives, Media, and Perception
03:08 – 07:23 | The Numbers vs The Noise
07:24 – 09:27 | Accountability and the Road Ahead
In Part 3, Derek gets ultra-practical about building a career from right where you are. We talk discipline, distractions, family pressure, money, and why skills beat titles — every time.
What you’ll learn:
- The #1 mindset shift: consistency over vibes — discipline as a daily habit
- How to start with low resources — learning on your phone, using off-peak data, landing internships
- “Don’t rush a master’s” — when grad school helps and when it delays you
- Why SQL is a universal skill for modern work (whatever your role)
- Community as a growth engine — teach, volunteer, document, and let opportunities find you
- Handling family expectations and social pressure without derailing your goals
- Skills over Job titles — how transferable skills future-proof your career
#Careers, #EarlyCareer, #Discipline, #Productivity, #LearnSQL, #DataSkills, #NoMastersYet, #Mentorship, #Community, #JobSearch, #Internships, #Focus, #AntiDistraction, #YoungProfessionals, #AfricanYouth, #TechCareers, #TransferableSkills, #PersonalGrowth, #Mindset, #LinkedIn
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy
Guest: Derek Degbe
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00 | Introduction and Mentorship Question
01:36 | Challenges Faced by Young Graduates
02:59 | Overcoming Constraints and Building Skills
07:05 | Importance of Discipline and Community
14:35 | Final Thoughts and Recap
In Part 2, we move beyond the hype. Derek breaks down how AI evolved from chatbots to agents, and why problem definition, distribution, and documentation matter more than shiny tools.
We cover:
- Why "using AI" isn’t a strategy; solving a specific problem is!
- The mobile money playbook: build access, trust, and local distribution
- Documenting progress so teams and countries stop starting from zero
- Human capital population: training for the robotic age
- Reverse mentoring for policymakers and practical frameworks for adoption
- A case study mindset: digitizing transport like VIP/STC the Ghanaian way
If you’re building products in Africa — or anywhere with real-world constraints — this episode will sharpen your approach to AI, ops, and policy.
👉 Question for you: What’s one problem in your context that AI could help — if you fixed access and adoption first?
#AI,#ArtificialIntelligence,#AIAgents,#ProductManagement,#Entrepreneurship,#TechInAfrica,#Fintech,#MobileMoney,#Policy,#DigitalTransformation,#FutureOfWork,#HumanCapital,#Innovation,#Startup,#Operations,#Documentation,#ReverseMentoring,#AfricaTech,#GhanaTech,#UX
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Host: Andy
Guest: Derek Degbe
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00 – 07:07 | AI Foundations and Business Impact
07:08 – 16:38 | Learning, Resources, and Future Directions
16:39 – 23:43 | Adapting to the Robotic Age
23:44 – 40:34 | Policy, Mentorship, and Human Capital
In Part 1 of our conversation with Derek, we dive into the mindset behind building a successful career. Derek has worked on Ghana and the African Union’s AI strategies and now mentors young entrepreneurs breaking into tech.
We explore:
- Why compounding effort matters more than quick wins
- Lifelong learning and being reliable as a foundation for growth
- How to stay disciplined in a world of constant distraction
- The role of networks, habits, and intentional living
This episode is about becoming the kind of person who delivers on ambitious visions.
👉 Share in the comments: What small habit are you compounding this year?
#TheShaftPodcast, #AI, #ArtificialIntelligence, #Entrepreneurship, #Mindset, #Discipline, #Compounding, #Reliability, #SelfImprovement, #PersonalGrowth, #YoungEntrepreneurs, #TechInAfrica, #Motivation, #Habits, #Focus, #LifelongLearning, #CareerAdvice, #FutureOfWork, #AIagents, #Inspiration
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy
Guest: Derek Degbe
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00 | The Importance of Compounding and Lifelong Learning
13:00 | Navigating Distractions and Staying Focused
22:39 | Living Within Your Means and Avoiding Ego Traps
Rúben Amorim arrived as the culture reset. A bold 3-4-3. High press. Clear roles. Yet results are sliding and the pressure is real. In this episode Erasmus digs into the real issue at Manchester United: is it tactics, squad fit, or years of change fatigue catching up with the club?
He covers:
- What Amorim’s system asks from every line
- Why Sporting’s blueprint worked and what is missing at United
- Five managers in seven years and the cost of constant reinvention
- Players out of position, recruitment trade-offs, and timeline pressure
- Growing pains vs warning signs and what must change now
- Practical fixes that build belief without abandoning the plan
Tell us in the comments: is this a process problem or a personnel problem?
#ManchesterUnited, #RubenAmorim, #PremierLeague, #MUFC, #Tactics, #343, #HighPress, #SportingCP, #ManCity, #FootballAnalysis, #SoccerTactics, #OldTrafford, #UnitedStand, #PL, #FootballPodcast, #Coaching, #Recruitment, #Pressing, #Wingbacks, #MidfieldBox
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 Current State of Manchester United
03:40 Historical Context and Previous Managers
07:28 Ruben Amarin's Tactical Approach
11:59 Challenges and Potential Solutions
27:32 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement
Behind every highlight reel is a fight you didn’t see.
In this episode of The Shaft Conversations, Kelly shares the real story—his father’s trek across Africa for a chance in Spain, the grit that traveled down the bloodline, learning Spanish, returning to Ghana, impostor moments at PRESEC and KNUST, missing early “break-in” chances, and finally carving a career in global banking—while launching a data consultancy on the side.
In this episode:
- The unseen cost of a “made it” story
- Ambition + exposure: why seeing it changes everything
- PRESEC debate, leadership, and impostor syndrome
- Missing opportunities (and how to prepare better)
- Breaking into banking without the “standard” path
- Building a business while working a full-time finance role
- Practical advice for 18–25 year olds feeling lost
Drop your takeaway in the comments: What’s one goal you’re working backwards from this year?
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy & Erasmus
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Social Media Management: Pearl Kwadade
Timestamps:
00:00–04:20 | Origins & Setup
04:20–29:13 | Growth Years & Direction
30:15–35:24 | Breaking In
35:24–46:58 | Setbacks & Support
46:58–56:23 | What’s Next
Liverpool’s record-breaking £130m move for Alexander Isak has set the football world on fire. But is he really worth that much?
In this solo deep dive of The Shaft Sports Podcast, Andy breaks it all down:
- Isak’s numbers and whether they justify £130m
- How he stacks up against Haaland, Mbappé, Kane, Lewandowski, Osimhen, Dembélé, and Salah
- Why Liverpool see him as Salah’s long-term heir
- How transfer inflation is reshaping football’s market
- What record-breaking fees mean for the future of strikers
- Is Isak a generational forward—or an inflated gamble? Drop your rankings of Europe’s top strikers in the comments. We’ll react to the best lists in a future episode.
#AlexanderIsak, #Liverpool, #LFC, #PremierLeague, #Transfers, #TransferNews, #FootballPodcast, #SportsPodcast, #Isak, #Haaland, #Mbappe, #Kane, #Lewandowski, #Osimhen, #Dembele, #Salah, #EPL, #BritishRecord, #FootballTransfers
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 Liverpool's Record-Breaking Transfer
01:04 Evaluating Isak's Value and Performance
04:12 Comparing Isak to Europe's Elite Strikers
09:45 Transfer Market Dynamics and Inflation
13:00 Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Liverpool have smashed the British transfer record with a £130m move for Alexander Isak. At just 25, Isak has scored 44 Premier League goals in two seasons, dragged Newcastle into the Champions League, and now becomes the most expensive player in English football history.
But is this a master stroke or a minefield?
In this solo episode of The Shaft Sports Podcast, Andy breaks down:
- Why Liverpool broke the bank for Isak
- His injury history and availability risk
- What this means for £70m Hugo Ekitiké and Liverpool’s attack
- Newcastle’s calculation in letting him go
- The wider question of player power vs club control
Isak could transform Liverpool’s frontline, or become a £130m regret. What do you think? Should Ekitiké start, or does record money guarantee Isak the keys?
💬 Drop your take in the comments, we’ll feature the best ones in our next episode.
#Liverpool, #AlexanderIsak, #Isak, #Ekitike, #PremierLeague, #EPL, #LiverpoolFC, #NewcastleUnited, #Transfers, #TransferNews, #FootballTransfers, #BritishRecord, #FootballPodcast, #SportsPodcast, #PlayerPower, #ClubControl, #PremierLeagueTransfers, #LFC, #NUFC
Subscribe to our channels and enjoy this episode:
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Appreciations for this Episode:
Host: Andy Terku and Erasmus Segbefia
Video Production: Andrews Terkpertey
Video Editing: Samuel Okuadjo
Timestamps:
00:00 Unpacking the Transfer Fee and Risks for Liverpool
01:32 Isak's Performance and Injury History
05:49 Comparing Isak and Hugo Ekitike
11:10 Player Power vs. Club Control
14:45 Conclusion and Future Outlook