Title races in the Premier League rarely hit the stage of comfort, Liverpool knows more than most, but Arne Slot has genuinely got his team in that position. A midweek visit by Newcastle United may have hit some difficult patches, but dominant periods at the start and finish saw the league leaders execute another comfortable […]
This was a game of few chances, but Liverpool took theirs in the first half to beat Manchester City here. The home side had some decent sequences of play and won some individual battles on the wings, but were not able to match the away side’s clinical edge in the final third. Tactical analysis and […]
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea stuttered after taking the lead at Villa Park to succumb to defeat against Aston Villa who were spurred on by Unai Emery’s substitutions. An early goal by Enzo Fernandez was cancelled out by a brace by Marco Asensio as substitute Marcus Rashford provided the impetus with two assists. Tactical analysis and match […]
Two severely underperforming clubs met on Sunday evening as Tottenham Hotspur were able to narrowly beat a Manchester United side who were wasteful in front of goal. United’s defensive scheme caused them problems in the first half against Spurs’ fluid possession, while United also showed promise in attack against Spurs unconvincing defending. Tactical analysis and […]
Chelsea’s struggles on the road continued as they suffered a resounding 3-0 defeat to Brighton, marking back-to-back losses against Fabian Hürzeler’s side. With their closest rivals picking up points, Enzo Maresca’s team has fallen to sixth place, increasing the difficulty of securing a Champions League spot. Tactical analysis and match report by Fahd Ahmed. Enzo […]
Everton are on the final stretch of their stay in Goodison Park and treated fans to a furiously contested derby fitting for the occasion. Three red cards, a share of the spoils, and a leveler at the death dialed up the drama and rattled their rivals in the fight for the Premier League. Tactical analysis […]
The second leg of a cup contest should carry jeopardy. On this occasion, the clash contained the seeds of a soul-destroying display. The joyous mood of the Geordies before the first whistle would serenade into the night. For the Gunners, the inquisition on their trophy haul rolls on. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side overcame their usual second-half collapse jinx to edge the London derby against West Ham by scoring two goals in the second forty-five. Goals from Pedro Neto and an own goal by Aaron Wan-Bissaka from a deflected strike by Cole Palmer cancelled a first-half goal by Jarrod Bowen for West Ham as […]
Two goals from Mohamed Salah were the difference between the sides in this game of fine margins. Liverpool made advances against Bournemouth’s aggressive pressing, but the home side were still able to make Liverpool work hard for their victory. Ultimately, Bournemouth were unable to make the necessary breakthrough with their direct wing-play. Tactical analysis and […]
This game was one for the history books for a number of reasons. The anticipation surrounding the Emirates Stadium was immense, and Arsenal certainly lived up to the hype. They made Manchester City look ordinary and ultimately dominated the game with their ruthlessness both in and out of possession. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul […]