The match began as a closely contested affair, with both PSV Eindhoven and Girona showing strong intent. However, two quick strikes from the Dutch side left Girona reeling, and they struggled to regain their footing. A second-half red card for the visitors sealed their fate, as PSV capitalized on the advantage to finish with a […]

Simone Inzaghi used to have a tough time making rotations between big games. With a six-pointer on Sunday, Inzaghi kept some of his pillars fresh, but the consistency of the system prevailed against a frustrated Arsenal team. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Through the lens of the Champions League, all had appeared […]

Xabi Alonso attracted Anfield’s attention as a long lost son in the summer. However, the faithful in the Kop End have warmed to a different figure, who is leading the club on a prosperous path. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Bayer Leverkusen were one of the sensations of last season. In less […]

AC Milan banked three goals in Real Madrid’s home, making it the second defeat in a row for the White Castle at Santiago Bernabéu. Scattered minds, defensive vulnerability, and offensive aridity have been the state of Real Madrid since the beginning of the season. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. After approximately fourteen seasons, […]

In a match in which the managers tried to obtain control of the game from the beginning, two sparkling individual plays were enough to disrupt coaches’ plans. Both teams showcased the 4-2-4 out-of-possession shape that we see often these days. After a balanced opening phase, Lille opened the score, but Juventus’ in-game adjustments earned a […]

If UEFA is eager to extol the virtues of the new Champions League format, then it should look no further than this fight. A fixture destined for fireworks delivered. Two teams that are keen to go blow for blow battled in Barcelona to produce an explosive encounter with a hectic rhythm. Tactical analysis and match […]

Lille scored and held on to a lead against Real Madrid at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy culminating in a historic win for the French outfit against the Madrid giants. Jonathan David converted a penalty after a handball by Eduardo Camavinga inside the box & the Ligue 1 side held on to complete a shock 1-0 win […]

Aston Villa’s most memorable European triumph came against Bayern Munich 42 years ago, and they were able to claim victory over Bayern again here thanks to a well-executed defensive game-plan. Their counter-attacks posed problems for Bayern’s aggressive man-marking and eventually led to the decisive goal via Jhon Durán’s incredible finish. Tactical analysis and match report […]

It appeared that Liverpool was going to produce a routine Anfield night in the Champions League, after an early goal and early chances. But as Bologna grew in the game, Liverpool’s ability to play out deteriorated. A win was sealed, but not without its warning signs. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Sixty […]

The schedule strained the squad at the start of the season for Arsenal, but a measured and mature approach in Europe completed a cycle of challenges. There was no need to expend all their firepower as the hosts had doused the flame from their opponents with relative ease. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]