Pattern Play
Pattern Play is your twice-weekly dose of Premier League chaos, comedy, and analysis. Hosted by Tim Geschwindt and a rotating squad of football-mad contributors – including Linde Sibanda, Chervon Chetty, Jude van Wyk, Matthew Mashiane, Balin Benissan, and Sal Abrahams – we bring you gameweek breakdowns, Fantasy Premier League rants, headlines worth debating, previews worth arguing over, and games worth losing friends over.From Arsenal meltdowns to United delusions, Chelsea chaos to Liverpool false dawns, Pattern Play is your go-to football fix that’s fun, structured, and accessible – whether you're a casual fan or a tactics nerd. New episodes drop every Monday and Thurs...
Episode 17 - English Clubs Run Riot in the Champion's League Ahead of a Big Weekend
Join Tim, Linde, and Jude as they break down a wild week in European football! From Chelsea’s teenage goal-scorers to Arsenal’s statement win, the crew covers all the Champions League drama, Premier League predictions, and Fantasy Premier League dilemmas. Expect plenty of banter, bold takes, and a few classic football debates.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & catching up with the hosts0:50 – Chelsea’s 5-1 demolition of Ajax: teenage scorers & key moments2:20 – The fall of Ajax and the state of European giants4:42 – Arsenal’s big win, defensive solidity, and Champions Le...Episode 16 - Liverpool Lose Again as Their Rivals Coast
Welcome back to the Pattern Play Podcast! After a brief hiatus for the international break, the crew returns to break down all the latest action in club football. From stocks rising and falling to in-depth analysis of the Premier League’s biggest storylines, this episode is packed with insight, banter, and a few surprises. Whether you’re here for tactical talk, passionate rants, or just a good laugh, we’ve got you covered.
Notable Timestamps:
0:12 – Show intro & catching up after the break02:03 – Stocks Rising: Standout players and surprise performances07:38 - Stocks Falling: Mental health, Liverpool’...Episode 15 - Blue Triumph: Chelsea Outplays Liverpool in a Statement Win
Episode 15 – Blue Triumph: Chelsea Outplays Liverpool in a Statement Win
This week on Pattern Play, Tim, Jude, and Chervon break down a dramatic Premier League weekend! From stocks rising and falling to Chelsea’s statement win over Liverpool, Arsenal’s steady climb, and the chaos in the mid-table, the crew covers it all—with plenty of banter and sharp analysis.
Notable Timestamps:
0:12 – Intro & “Stocks Rising” segment: Who’s hot this week?04:46 – “Stocks Falling”: Fan behavior, Nottingham Forest woes, and Liverpool’s struggles11:19 – Arsenal’s win, injury worries, and def...Episode 14 - Crucial GW7 ahead for the Premier League title race
Welcome to episode 14 of the Pattern Play podcast! This time, Lindz and Jude chat stocks rising and falling, highlighting Sunderland's potential and Liverpool's glaring issues. Lindz and Jude discuss their thoughts on Chelsea's current state and Enzo’s in-game management struggles. We also make predictions for the upcoming Premier League matches, including the highly anticipated Chelsea vs. Liverpool showdown. Tune in for some lively football debates and insights!
02:07 Stocks Rising
04:53 Stocks Falling
08:03 Chelsea's Red Card Woes
13:12 Previewing the Big Game: Liverpool vs Chelsea
19:42 Chelsea vs Liverpool Predictions
23:53 Analyzing Other Weekend Matches
34:43 Ga...
Episode 13 - Late winners, Referees, Amorim, Wirtz in our GW6 roundup!
Pattern Play Podcast Ep. 13: Liverpool's Late Drama, VAR Controversies & Arsenal's Tactical Shifts
Welcome to episode 13 of the Pattern Play podcast! This week, we dive into the buzz around Liverpool's late-game drama and how it set the tone for a weekend filled with record-breaking late goals. The panel discusses the inconsistencies of VAR and officiating in the Premier League, focusing on the Arsenal vs. Newcastle game. We also cover the rise and fall of stocks, dissecting Chelsea's current struggles and the unexpected resiliency of Brentford and Crystal Palace. Plus, in-depth analysis of Liverpool's surprising defeat to Crystal Palace...
Episode 12 - Liverpool swat Everton aside, Arsenal & Chelsea struggle
In Episode 12 of the Pattern Play Podcast, the panel—featuring fans of Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal—dives into a weekend full of highs and lows.
00:29 Stocks Rising
04:38 Stocks Falling
09:35 Liverpool's Perfect Start
17:23 Arsenal vs. Manchester City Analysis
25:26 Liverpool's Dominance and Arsenal's Struggles
27:29 Celebrations and Their Significance
29:52 Fixture Difficulties and Title Race
30:45 Manchester United vs Chelsea Analysis
35:20 Chelsea's Managerial Decisions
43:54 Game of the Week
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Episode 11 - Champions League kicks off & big Premier League GW5!
In this episode, we dive into a brilliant kick off to the Champions League football - discussing rising and falling stocks. Join Linde, Mash, and Jude as they debate their investment in teams like Chelsea, Marseille, Liverpool, and Dortmund. Plus, heated discussions on the upcoming Premier League matches including the Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton, and the colossal clash of City vs Arsenal. We also predict the Man Utd vs Chelsea face-off and wrap up with some FPL captaincy hot takes and our classic Game of the Week. Tune in for a packed discussion and plenty of football...
Episode 10 - Amorim Out? Lucky Liverpool? Chelsea Choke?
Welcome to Episode 10 of the Pattern Play Podcast! Arsenal, Amorim, Bournemouth, and more in stocks rising and falling. Balin, Von, and Linde discuss Liverpools win over Burnley in late drama, Chelsea's failure to beat Brentford, and Man Utd's collapse versus city rivals, City. Plus, don't miss our Game of the Week challenge. Join us for all this and more in this action-packed episode!
00:52 Stocks Rising
05:11 Stocks Falling
07:11 Manchester United's Defensive Woes
08:06 Debate: Ruben Amorim's Future at United
15:37 Comparing Club Rebuilds
25:18 Liverpool's Late Winner and Penalty Controversy
<...Episode 9 - Breaks, Battles & Blues: International Recap, Manchester Derby, and Chelsea’s Charges
🎙️Episode 9: Premier League Week 4 Preview & Chelsea Controversies
Football is back and so are we..
In this episode of the Pattern Play podcast, Tim, Jude and Mash discuss the latest happenings in football. They introduce a new, probably short-lived segment called 'Nake Takes'. You might be able to guess why.
The discussion kicks off with Chelsea's recent charges related to agent payments during the Ibramovic era. We then shift to international football, focusing on South Africa's Bafana Bafana and their recent performances. The hosts debate the benefits of local players staying vs. moving to Europe...
Episode 8 - Liverpool lead after a weekend of shocks
Pattern Play Podcast – Episode 8: Premier League Roundup, Transfer Drama & VAR Controversies
Join us as we review game week three of the Premier League. Hosts Tim, Sal, Balin, and Chervon debate their 'stocks rising' and 'stocks falling,' featuring a deep dive into Liverpool’s tactical victory over Arsenal. We also cover listener questions and talk about the weekend's most controversial moments courtesy of VAR. The episode wraps up with major transfer news, including Isak’s contentious move to Liverpool and the last-minute manoeuvres before the transfer window closed.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:26 Stocks Rising: Crystal Palace...
Episode 7 - Arsenal at Anfield, Atmosphere & Amorim's Antics
Pattern Play Podcast – Episode 7: Arsenal at Anfield, Atmosphere & Amorim's Antics
The crew dives into a massive Premier League weekend—debating Arsenal’s chances at Anfield, dissecting Manchester United’s ongoing struggles, and breaking down the latest Champions League draw. From tactical trends to fan frustrations, it’s a passionate, unfiltered roundtable packed with football insight and plenty of laughs.
00:01:10 The game of the week. Liverpool hosts Arsenal at Anfield. Discussion about the unique and intimidating atmosphere at Anfield.00:17:56 A deep dive into Manchester United’s ongoing struggles and fan frustrations.00:35:26 A quick look at Chelsea vs Fu...Episode 6 - Big Winners & Losers from GW2!
Big Winners & Losers from GW2 | Pattern Play Podcast
Join the crew as we break down all the drama, surprises, and standout moments from Gameweek 2! From rising stars to falling giants, we cover it all—plus, the classic “Who Am I?” game to wrap things up.
Timestamps:
02:24 – Listener Questions & FPL League Reminder
03:46 – Stocks Rising: Who Impressed This Week?
18:39 – Stocks Falling: Wolves, City, and United Woes
22:57 – Aston Villa & Unai Emery Under Fire
27:04 – Liverpool vs Newcastle: The Barclays Classic
34:00 – The Red Card Debate & VAR Drama
38:00 – Newcastle’s Mi...
Episode 5 - Eze, Isak & GW2 Preview
Episode 5 – Eze, Isak and GW2 Preview
In this episode of the Pattern Play podcast, the crew dives into the latest transfer drama, including Eze’s move, Isak’s transfer saga, and a full preview of Gameweek 2 in the Premier League. The hosts share personal stories, debate the ethics of player behaviour, and make bold predictions for the upcoming matches. Plus, enjoy the return of the “Who Am I?” game and some classic football banter.
Notable Timestamps:
00:48 – Mugging Stories & Football AnalogiesThe team shares personal stories about being mugged, lead...
Episode 4 - Liverpool Emotion, City Explosion
In this lively episode, host Tim is joined by Chervon, Jude, and new host Mash for a passionate roundtable on the opening week of the Premier League. The crew delivers their hottest takes, debates controversial moments, and reviews the weekend’s biggest matches, including Arsenal vs. Manchester United, City’s statement win, and Liverpool’s emotional rollercoaster. The episode also features the “Stocks Rising & Falling” segment, a Fantasy Premier League check-in, and a fun “Who Am I?” football quiz.
Notable Timestamps:
00:12 – Introduction of the hosts and new host Mash02:54 – The “Hot Take” segment be...Episode 3 - Season Preview
🎙️ Pattern Play Podcast – Episode 3: Season Preview
Get ready for a jam-packed season preview! The crew welcomes new hosts, dishes out bold hot takes, and debates the fate of the Premier League’s biggest clubs. From Manchester United optimism to Chelsea’s title hopes, and Arsenal’s pressure to Liverpool’s big changes—no stone is left unturned. Plus, don’t miss the “Game of the Week” and our FPL league shoutout!
Notable Timestamps:
00:51 – Welcome & New Hosts Introduced
04:15 – Hot Takes: United to Beat Arsenal?
09:40 – Amad Diallo for Ballon d’Or?!
16:29...
Episode 2 - Boom boom Mateta in the room
In episode two, we discuss the Community Shield win for Crystal Palace over Liverpool, and dive into the debate.
01:44 Community Shield Review: Liverpool vs Crystal Palace
02:55 Analyzing Crystal Palace's Tactics
12:53 Debating the Handball Controversy
24:00 Chelsea looking good vs Milan
33:53 Baleba and Man Utd
36:08 Arsenal victory over Athletic Club
39:09 Rating the biggest transfers of the summer
53:35 Guess the Player Game
56:37 Chant of the Week and Closing Remarks
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Episode 1 - Kick off!
It's kick off! In the first episode we discuss the upcoming Community Shield match up between Palace and Liverpool, have an early look at our FPL teams and introduce the Pattern Play FPL prize league, and play a game of the week. Join us for the first of many Pattern Plays!!
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Episode 0 - Welcome to Pattern Play
Welcome to Pattern Play!
Pattern Play is your twice-weekly hit of Premier League drama, laughs, and proper football talk. Hosted by Tim Geschwindt and a rotating squad of comedians, tacticians, and die-hard fans from Jozi to London, we break down the gameweeks, rage over FPL, unpack the headlines, preview the clashes, and play games that get a little too spicy. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday — come share the vibe with us.
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