RB Leipzig continued their strong start to the season by overcoming a determined Köln side 3-1 at the Red Bull Arena. The hosts’ high pressing and dynamic attacking play proved too much for the visitors, who fought back from an early deficit but were ultimately undone by two quick-fire goals just before halftime. The match […]
Brighton continue to be their biggest enemies as they blew another lead in the latter stages of an informative clash with Tottenham Hotspur. While the hosts have evident and repeating flaws, their guests gave the new coach more reason to believe in his pragmatism and principles. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Brighton […]
Bayern were not at their best on Saturday evening against Hoffenheim, especially in the first half. Like champions, though, they still found ways to go ahead and secure a win despite being in first gear. Hoffenheim would have gained valuable experience against one of the most in-form teams in Europe along with other positive takeaways […]
Betis secured their second league victory after a dominant second-half performance overwhelmed Real Sociedad. Manuel Pellegrini’s side used quick transitions from deep to eventually overpower the opposition, whose man-to-man high press had troubled them in the first half. Tactical analysis and match report by David Pugh. Real Betis welcomed Real Sociedad to the Estadio La Cartuja […]
A late Saturday kickoff with two Premier League giants guaranteed some sort of narrative. There was a victor on the day, but frustration will be present in both camps. One club conspires to undo their good work, and the other outfit might be masquerading as a resurgent institution. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
Transformative transfer windows saw plenty of fresh faces on both sides, yet the same tropes of previous Merseyside derbies came into fruition. Amidst a cautious David Moyes defensive approach, the Mo Salah lane opened and Everton are left wondering what would have happened if the second half response was mirrored with the start. Tactical analysis […]
One of the most anticipated fixtures of the Champions League first round of the league phase provided an entertaining competition between two well-matched sides. Careless mistakes from the visitors and a brace from Harry Kane sealed a deserved win for Vincent Kompany’s team that has started the season strongly. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Dino Toppmöller has hit 100 games at Eintracht Frankfurt and he had an even bigger reason to smile on Thursday night. His men hit a few stumbling blocks but seized the moment against a talented, if misshapen Turkish opponent to begin the European campaign in the best way. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
Luis Enrique’s men once again delivered another football recital, dismantling the Italian pressing system, with Nuno Mendes shining as what he truly is: the best full-back on the planet. Tactical analysis and match report by Juan Lauz. The clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Atalanta was one of the most attractive fixtures of this opening phase of […]
FC Barcelona arrived at St James’ Park on the back of a convenient 6-0 win against Valencia while Newcastle were coming off a decisive win against Wolves. The two teams locked horns for the first time since March 2003, when goals from Patrick Kluivert and Thiago Motta secured a 2-0 away victory for the Catalan […]