Arne Slot returned to last season’s midfield blueprint here, with a 4-3-3 system that also tried to platform Mohamed Salah as much as possible. With their high pressing and some nice attacking dynamics on the right side, Liverpool were able to secure a comfortable win against Aston Villa despite still not being on top form. […]
Tottenham Hotspur succumbed to their arch London rivals Chelsea at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as their poor home form continued. A solitary goal from Chelsea’s Joao Pedro in the first half was the difference between the sides, although the Blues could’ve added a few more with the chances they created. The win saw Chelsea move […]
Football is frequently a game where scores do not wholly reflect the state of affairs on the field. Contrasting fortunes for two Premier League teams have proved the point this season, but this Carabao Cup clash could contribute to moving the needle in a more deserving direction. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. […]
Manchester City succumbed to Aston Villa in a spirited display from Unai Emery’s Villa side. A first-half strike from Matty Cash was enough to decide the game as City couldn’t muster a comeback at Villa Park. Tactical analysis and match report by Gaurav Krishnan. Manchester City have undergone a lot of changes in recent times, […]
Brentford went 2-0 up in the first half thanks to their direct play, long throws and quick transitions against a shaky Liverpool defense. Arne Slot’s side had attacks of their own and were able to pull goals back, but Brentford’s defensive organization was strong enough to eventually claim the three points. Tactical analysis and match […]
While Premier League rivals remain unstable in their ways, the rock solid defense of Arsenal paved the way to another three points. With legendary figure George Graham in attendance at the Emirates Stadium, the hosts wrapped up a result in honor of his legacy. The football might not be the prettiest, but with a growing […]
Manchester United went ahead early on and proceeded to try and contain Liverpool’s attack which suffered from a lack of cohesion. Arne Slot’s second-half risks paid off with an equalizer, but Harry Maguire popped up shortly afterwards to hand United and Ruben Amorim a famous victory. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Liverpool suffered […]
Tottenham tried to take ownership of their latest test at their ground and address a poor streak that has tainted their strong start to the season. However, familiar faults were encroached upon by the side of a wily strategist, proving once again that the biggest risk to take is none at all. Tactical analysis and […]
Crystal Palace and Bournemouth played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in an intense affair at Selhurst Park. Three goals at either end, including a brace for Eli Junior Kroupi of Bournemouth and a hat-trick for Jean-Philippe Mateta of Palace and the late drama of a penalty awarded to Palace in added time after the ninety, […]
Chelsea secured a commanding 3-0 victory over a dispirited Nottingham Forest side at the City Ground, a result that plunges Forest manager Ange Postecoglou deeper into crisis. The match hinged entirely on a decisive triple substitution at halftime, followed by a dramatic second-half blitz from the visitors. Goals from academy breakthrough star Josh Acheampong, the […]