Bayer Leverkusen live for the thrill of the escapade but at times, it is best if title contenders are content with dull and dreary success. The hosts had offered enough entertainment to their fans by the midway mark, but the spectacle spiraled out of their control. As their defense crumbled at the mercy of a […]
Vincent Kompany got off to a winning start in the Bundesliga, but his Bayern side needed to come from behind to secure their victory. After a dominant, albeit largely unthreatening, first half display, in which Bayern led 1-0, the away side had a rude awakening ten minutes into the second half, with Wolfsburg scoring twice […]
The hosts, Germany, played a Scotland team unsure of how to defend, not applying pressure while maintaining a high line. They relinquished control of the central zone between the lines, gifting Germany’s forwards time and space. Written by Kyle Boas. We decided to make all of our EURO 2024 articles free to read. If you […]
Excitement supersedes expectation for this summer’s European Championship hosts. With Julian Nagelsmann guiding a team full of experienced veterans, emerging stars and in-form players, German football fans have real reasons to feel optimistic about their team’s chances of success on home soil. This tactical preview has been written by Nick Smoothy. We decided to make […]
Bayer Leverkusen lost grip of their goal in Europe but the stranglehold in Germany is firmly theirs. A red card could have ruined their rigorous work in the first half of this final, but the response from their unfancied opponents was too meek to spoil the script on this occasion. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Leipzig moved five points clear of Dortmund in fifth place, with a deserved 4-1 win over their top four rivals. The home team were superior to their opponents in numerous areas; and despite going a goal behind, it was a comfortable victory, helped by two goals either side of the half-time break. Tactical analysis and […]
Dortmund welcomed the table toppers, who have achieved what has been impossible since 2012, to their turf. Against the envy of the nation, three points would steal their sunshine. However, the new champions have set their sights on the inconceivable and would not permit that wish. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Bayer […]
VfB Stuttgart spoiled the Signal Iduna Park’s 50th birthday party with a 1-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund. The win moved Sebastian Hoeneß’s side level on points with Bayern Munich and guarantees the club a top-six finish this season, meaning European football in 2024/25. Tactical analysis and match report by Nick Smoothy. Borussia Dortmund hosted VfB […]
When these teams met last year at the same time, Bayern Munich capitalized on Borussia Dortmund’s mistakes to secure a crucial win. Now, the tables have turned. Bayern struggles in 2024 continued, as they failed to pose a consistent threat in the attacking third, while Dortmund were extremely efficient to end their ten-year winless drought […]
Bayer Leverkusen restored their 10-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga with a 3-2 away win over SC Freiburg. The home team performed admirably in the first half and will be disappointed with the goals they conceded. But the visitors showcased why they remain unbeaten with decisive moments of individual and collective quality. Tactical […]