I spoke to Rick Broadbent for this article in The Times about Marcelo Bielsa’s impact at Leeds United; it features my encounter with Chilean poet and Bielsista Felipe Cussen, and contributions from Simon Rix of Kaiser Chiefs, Josh Warrington and Eddie Gray.
The Square Ball Podcast #112: Can’t Cry, Won’t Cry
Two defeats means the podcast returns to familiar scapegoating territory. And who better to pick on than a bunch of children? The transfer window is open but would Bielsa even take Messi in his bid to take Frank Lampard to school again? Probably not.
The Square Ball Week: The Nobility of The Resources Used
Marcelo Bielsa walked out of two clubs after promises about transfers were broken. What now of his promise to Leeds?
Queen’s Park Rangers 2-1 Leeds United: Sippy Cup
The FA Cup is over and done with, but the players we saw this weekend are not.
Nottingham Forest 4-2 Leeds United: Defending Valiance
When Bielsa watches the video tape, he’ll still see the maddest of mad victories flashing before his mad eyes.
Leeds United 0-2 Hull City: True Faith 2019
Perhaps the best present we’ve had from Marcelo Bielsa this year is a team that always plays to win.
The Square Ball Podcast #111: Monkey Glands
Adkins ruined our Christmas fun, but Leeds are still top after two festive miracles.
Leeds United 3-2 Blackburn Rovers: Beyond Compare and Beyond Belief
Leeds United need a story to find their best. They have a story, now, that is almost impossible to believe.
Aston Villa 2-3 Leeds United: Never Too Late
Leeds United can give up at any time, but Marcelo Bielsa is inspiring them to keep having something to lose.
The Square Ball Podcast #110: Feliz Navidad
As we head to Christmas, the winning streak continues at Bolton, and there’s a controversial new suggestion on how the club could tackle the injury crisis.