A tactical matchup that didn’t offer much entertainment showed both sides’ meticulous preparation; both of the systems were successfully and heavily adjusted, with especially Brozović in an unprecedented and pivotal role for the visitors. In the end, Inter proved once again unable to protect their lead as Roma was deprived of the win after an […]

Atalanta’s momentum is finally halted; Hellas Verona provided the solution to Serie A’s most troublesome side with a 3-4-2-1 shape to match their visitors. Atalanta were disrupted throughout the game and failed to build attacks consistently. On the other side, Verona made the most of their aerial advantage to spoil a truly renewed title race. […]

Napoli’s balanced defensive 4-1-4-1 system neutralized an already flawed Milan attack, but was unable to prevent two individual moments that snatched away the win. Although Napoli’s buildup sorely wounded the visitors, they only found the necessary breakthroughs on a couple of occasions. As a result, the hosts were ultimately falling into the usual loop of […]

Juve found no escape routes from Atalanta’s ferocious marking, which nullified Juve’s attacks until two penalties came to the rescue. Once more, Atalanta proved that they are a worthy challenger of any team, as Gasperini’s gift keeps on giving. Tactical analysis and match report by Kareem Bianchi. After crumbling to a Milan comeback three days […]

Two teams with clear intentions faced-off in a game that followed the exact plans each manager had for his team. For the most part at least, as Hellas Verona’s relentless press spoiled Conte’s plans, as Inter fell to fourth place after becoming Hellas Verona’s latest victims. Tactical analysis and match report by Kareem Bianchi. It […]

When momentum kicks in, little is there to do to prevent it from trashing even the most solid assembles. Consequently, even the well-oiled Juventus could not escape the inevitable and were victimized; Milan just needed six hectic minutes and one goal to ignite a stunning comeback from a double deficit. As a result, Juventus’ defense […]

While hosting AS Roma, Napoli utilized different offensive tools to compensate for the defensive problems their attacking eagerness caused. In a lively matchup, a clinical Roma counterattack looked enough to salvage a draw. However, some Insigne brilliance helped secure a deserved Napoli win. Tactical analysis and match report by Julian Chingoma. The outstanding form of […]

Juve had no plans of losing the derby, as they took the lead two minutes into the game and went on to push for a strong offensive performance. Torino did not slack either, troubling Juve’s defense and putting up a gallant fight. Ultimately, the visitors’ efforts were not enough, as Ronaldo’s free-kick and an own […]

Stefano Pioli’s tactical plan was executed to perfection by his players, as AC Milan took advantage of the absence of striker-pair Immobile and Caicedo. In a match full of interesting tactical moves, Lazio’s lack of depth proved fundamental as they could not find a plan that fully suited the characteristics of their players. Tactical analysis […]

Milan’s first half showcased all of their buildup flaws against a Roma side that was simply not clinical enough to capitalize on their chances. When the visitors’ energy levels dropped, Milan found their chance to take the lead, as Roma’s one shot throughout the entire second half summarized their helplessness.   Tactical analysis and match report […]