Spain still are the side to beat in Europe. However, the first leg of a Nations League clash came close to demonstrating their mortality. Ronald Koeman cobbled together a prudent plan to catch the favorites on a poor day...

Italy enjoyed a good start with Sandro Tonali’s early goal, and defended diligently in their 5-3-2 shape in the first half. Julian Nagelsmann’s half-time changes made an impact though, and Germany eventually ...

Newcastle United ended their seventy-year trophy drought with a gameplan based around strong coverage of the midfield in their 4-5-1 shape against the ball, plus a targeted set-piece strategy that ultimately proved fruit...

In a match that seemed set to derail Bayer Leverkusen’s title charge, Stuttgart’s resilience put them on the brink of a statement win. However, a dramatic late comeback saw Leverkusen snatch victory in a seven-goal thril...

These two clubs from the capital city have reveled in feisty affairs but this derby was a low-key contest. One outfit lack the firepower for the elite level, while the other has looked any sign of a spark as the season h...