Just days before a crucial title match against Napoli, Inter secured their spot in the Italian Cup semifinal. The team’s success came despite resting most of their top players, as the second lines stepped up with a serious and commendable performance. Additionally, Inzaghi took this opportunity to experiment with tactics, switching to a back-four formation […]
After three draws on the spin, Napoli needed a bounce back before the huge game at the Maradona next week. What followed was an array of the season’s problems coming to the forefront as Como exploited the title challengers in impressive fashion. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Before their first meeting on […]
Forty days after Sergio Conceiçao’s remarkable victory over Inter in the SuperCup final, his son followed in his footsteps, scoring the decisive goal in the much-anticipated ‘Derby d’Italia’. In a match characterized by physicality and tactical prowess, Juventus emerged victorious, leaving Inter to rue their missed opportunities. While Inter struggled to convert their chances, Juventus […]
For the second time at the Stadio Olimpico this season, Napoli went into the final minutes with a lead intact despite an unflattering performance attached to it. Once again, they would drop valuable points with Internazionale hot on their heels. Just how did the same event unfold once again? Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Inter’s victory is key to keeping the pressure on Napoli in the race for back-to-back Scudetto titles. Just four days after their last clash, Inter showed they’ve learned their lessons, playing with more focus and patience to find the right moments to score and secure the victory. Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli. […]
Goals from Leonardo Spinazzola and Angeliño looked impressive on the highlight reels, but this was a game with very little to offer. A strange run of events between the league leaders and a changed line-up from a revitalized team. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Almost ten years after Claudio Ranieri and Antonio […]
Fresh off breaking the long-standing jinx, the Rossoneri aimed to seize yet another triumph. However, the match unfolded in a dramatic fashion. Milan found themselves on the defensive for the majority of the game, relying on rapid counter-attacks to create any semblance of threat. The decisive moment came when a late equalizer dashed their hopes […]
With rumours swirling about a potential dismissal, Fiorentina players delivered an outstanding performance, showing unwavering support for their manager and securing his position for the remainder of the season. The addition of Folorunsho has revitalized the team, restoring the flair and consistency reminiscent of their autumn form, during which they achieved eight consecutive victories. This […]
In a frantic game, Napoli went into half-time a goal down and short of shooting answers. The second period saw their strengths come to the forefront, physical midfielders crashing into the box to provide another option and Frank Anguissa rose to the occasion. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. In eighteen years, Juventus […]
Juventus began their nine-consecutive-title dynasty when Antonio Conte switched from the initial 4-2-4 formation to the renowned 3-5-2. Thirteen years later, Thiago Motta has chosen a similar approach, implementing a back three defensive setup for the first time. This, combined with improved association among their most technical players, helped Juventus secure a vital victory in […]