England switched to a 3-4-3 system for this match, offering them some improvement in their pressing and some more natural possession play. However, they needed Bukayo Saka’s individual brilliance to save them from elimination, and eventually secure the victory on penalties. This tactical preview has been written by Josh Manley. We decided to make all of our […]
The final EURO 2024 quarter final was by some distance the most open. It had an abundance of energy, excitement and it offered an emotional comeback win. Türkiye clearly dominated the first half with a smart tactical plan, but fell short defending their narrow lead in a deep second half block. Tactical analysis and match […]
The stars aligned. Heavyweights have assembled on one half of the bracket. And among them, the two playful powerhouses pitted themselves against each other. A spicy spectacle would unfold over two hours with risks, rewards, and plenty of pain as an icon bid his farewell. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. We decided […]
Spain awaited the winner of the second Euro quarterfinal between Portugal and France, though neither seemed to keen to face them. Over two hours of viewers’ lives were wasted on a game that seemed destined to be a goalless draw, ultimately leading to penalties in which France were faultless. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Out to take revenge for their previous game, the Dutch team got their act together and showed just how attractive they can play. Romania’s brave high press faded after the opening goal, and a rather one-sided match was mostly tense because the Dutch kept missing chances. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma. We […]
Austria’s wonder run in Euro 2024 came to an abrupt end after two goals scored by Türkiye’s Merih Dermiral from corner kicks in each half. Despite clawing their way back scoring one via substitute Michael Gregoritsch, Austria were sent crashing out of the competition by a resolute Türkiye side who held firm to secure a […]
This was indeed your typical knockout game, where both teams played with caution, and ultimately, one moment of decisiveness or misfortune, depending on one’s support, decided the game. France once again defeated Belgium, though not in the most spectacular fashion. However, considering Belgium’s comparatively timid approach, Didier Deschamps’ men, with their quality, deserved to advance […]
Portugal won on penalties to advance to the quarterfinals against France but put on an uninspiring performance, devoid of ideas of how to enter the box; they spammed crosses from the fringes into an organized wall of Slovenian defenders. Tactical analysis and match report by Kyle Boas. We decided to make all of our EURO […]
Georgia have crushed all expectations, beating one of Europe’s most talented squads on the way to the Round of 16. However, their conquest of the Iberian Peninsula ran aground against the most convincing camp of the EUROs. By the end of the ninety minutes, Spain had sailed their way past their latest test with eyes […]
England deservedly went behind in the first half against a proactive Slovakia team. The Three Lions continued to show weak possession play throughout the game, with no clear plan. An overhead kick from Jude Bellingham saved the day though, and they were able to secure the win in extra-time. This tactical preview has been written by Josh […]