Scotland’s journey to the 2026 World Cup finals culminated in a night of historic drama, overcoming Denmark 4–2 at Hampden Park. The decisive victory, sealed by two spectacular stoppage-time goals from substitutes, ended Scotland’s 28-year wait for a World Cup appearance. The match was a frenetic affair, defined by Denmark’s need for controlled possession with […]
Italy scored early and seemed in control in their 3-5-2 system against a passive Norway press. However, Norway became more aggressive in the second half and gained momentum against a fading Italy side, before Erling Haaland left Italy reeling with two goals in two minutes. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. We decided to […]
Thomas Tuchel will take no great plaudits for bringing one of the best nations in the game into the World Cup, but he is taking value from every encounter that allows him to construct firm foundations for his project as the manager of a nation with high expectations. With another professional performance under their belt, […]
Controversy and drama prevailed in the clash between Spain’s big mammoths. Stifling high press, compact medium block, and Camavinga as a right winger gave Los Blancos the edge over their archenemies to extend their La Liga lead to five points over Barcelona. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. We decided to make this article free to […]
Acknowledgement is the first step in recovery. Another defeat could have ramped up the pressure on Antonio Conte, but a win over Internazionale has got Napoli back in pole position: amidst David Neres starting upfront, and the rewards reaped by Scott McTominay and Frank Anguissa. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. We […]
Arsenal fans could barely believe what they witnessed at the Emirates Stadium against the most successful club in European competition in April, but lightning has struck twice in a matter of months. Against the other big outfit from the Spanish capital, they produced a dominant display with a devastating spell that set apart the sides […]
In the highlight fixture of the season, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund delivered yet another entertaining match. The Bavarians were dominant in the first half, but an adjustment at the midway point by Niko Kovac tilted the momentum. In the end, it was not enough to affect the result as Vincent Kompany’s win streak remained […]
Gian Piero Gasperini may have helped revitalise Italian football over the course of a decade, but the result against one of his former employers remains the same. AS Roma may have controlled the ball, but Internazionale exploited their opponent through some tried-and-tested methods. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. We decided to make […]
Chelsea were strong in the organized phases of this match. Their man-oriented defending stifled Liverpool’s buildup, and their left-sided attacking strategy exploited gaps in Liverpool’s pressing. However, Liverpool retain a transitional threat and forced their way back into the game in the second half, only to be beaten in the last minute by an Estêvão […]
It was only right that Massimiliano Allegri’s return to Turin was going to be fruitless around the penalty boxes, yet the game painted a new picture for AC Milan. After an eighth-place finish, this team can compete against the big Serie A contenders again. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. We decided to […]