Bologna overcame an early deficit at the Stadio Olimpico to deliver the perfect suckerpunch to go level on points with Atalanta in the Serie A table. It was a game where two avoidable mistakes led to the opening two goals. However, one sweeping move by Thiago Motta’s side was enough to see off Maurizio Sarri’s […]
Manchester City dominated possession and territory throughout the game, but it was Chelsea who struck first as they were rewarded for good counter-attacking play by going in front. They faced an attacking onslaught from City who threw everything at them with a wing-focused attack, and eventually equalized courtesy of Rodri. Tactical analysis and match report […]
A last-minute penalty keeps Barça in third place in LaLiga after a poor and boring game from Xavi Hernández’s team. As throughout the league, Rafa Benítez’s Celta deserved more, but again made serious errors in the closing stages of the game. Tactical analysis and match report by Xavi Sánchez. As Atlético Madrid threaten third place in […]
As Brentford were encouraged out of their shell, Liverpool slalomed in to punish their opponent. Room to rotate and costly defensive errors left Thomas Frank’s team in a vulnerable position, but more injuries to Liverpool options could alter the wind that is blowing in their sails. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. The […]
Olympique Lyonnais continued their impressive run under Pierre Sage with a fourth victory in a row, as they defeated OGC Nice by a single goal. Lyon climbed up to 11th place on Friday night, while Nice, on the other hand, could drop from second to fourth if results over the weekend go against them. Tactical […]
For the third time in as many years, Feyenoord and Roma renewed their European rivalry. Led by José Mourinho in their last two encounters, the Italian side had emerged victorious on both occasions, but they were now without their Portuguese coach. Feyenoord were also missing a number of key players, so this turned out to […]
All defensive schemes have to be organized in both a zonal and man-marking sense: but football’s development in flexibility threatens one of these techniques. In an environment of deep buildups, rotations and third-man runs, is the art of the man mark losing its effectiveness? Written by Joel Parker. We decided to make this article free to […]
Bayern Munich pressed high against Maurizio Sarri’s team and gained a high share of possession. However, they were unable to break down a Lazio side who showed good resilience to defend and take their opportunity when it came, courtesy of a penalty converted by Ciro Immobile. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Lazio qualified […]
Leipzig looked like an outfit that were not fearful of the favorites. Their energy was infectious among the players on the field and threatened to rattle Real’s cages. However, their opponents have not earned their tag for no reason. Thanks to the competent contribution of deputies in both boxes, many missing individuals from the squad […]
As anticipated, Manchester City comfortably defeated FC København despite the home team’s spirited performance. With key players returning from injuries, City reverted to the structure that led to their success last season, while it was clear that København were taken by surprise by Pep Guardiola’s tactical adjustments. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. This […]