Ball possession is dead! Long live ball possession! The Spanish search for an identity has been a short lived endeavor. Much more problematic has been their proficiency in both penalty areas. Now, a man from within, who is more acquainted than most with that matter, strives to solve this issue— and at the same time […]

History echoes with the Dutch team traveling to Germany as outsiders, reminiscent of 1988. Forever fresh off the heartbreak of some lost international final, the Netherlands aim to put collective coherence above last-minute dropouts to chase the shadows of the past. This tactical preview has been written by Sander IJtsma. We decided to make all […]

Boasting one of the most talented squads at the tournament, England have the chance to end a fifty-eight year run without a trophy. Whether they are able to do this will depend on finding the right tactical set up for their world-class players to shine. This tactical preview has been written by Josh Manley. We decided […]

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 […]

After a surprise resignation, Luciano Spalletti led the holders through a tough European qualification campaign. They knocked the North Macedonia curse, ground out a gritty performance to Ukraine, but has his tactics taken Italy out of the abyss, or are they about to fall back into uncertainty? This tactical preview has been written by Joel […]