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 […]
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 […]
Travel to Saudi Arabia threatened to take the sting out of an age old derby, but primordial roots reinvigorated this final. AC Milan turned around the score in the second half and exemplified the essence of what has made them such a strong side in previous years. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. […]
Even with the allowance of up to five substitutions in modern football, managers should exercise caution. Substitutions should be made out of genuine necessity or to energize the team; resorting to them in desperation, especially if past attempts have failed, is unwise. Juventus showcased superiority for 70 minutes, but in a mere four-minute self-destruction, a […]
Milan & Roma played out a tightly contested but entertaining draw at the San Siro in this Serie A fixture. Tijjani Reijnders’ early goal was cancelled out by an equaliser from Roma’s Paulo Dybala with both goals coming in the first half as both sides pushed & probed but couldn’t turn the balance of the […]
Long has Atalanta been building, but could this finally be the year Bergamo finds its bliss? AC Milan found routes through, but Gasperini’s tweak solidified his man-marking scheme once more. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Two Champions League outfits have had big results so far this season, but Atalanta and Milan went […]
In Italy, the 0-0 draw has long been heralded as a symbol of defensive prowess, reminiscent of the valiant resistances demonstrated by Italian soldiers in the past. Yet, this match offers a different narrative. Rather than a testament to the defensive mettle traditionally celebrated, the goalless draw reflects a struggle in offensive creativity. The game […]
AC Milan banked three goals in Real Madrid’s home, making it the second defeat in a row for the White Castle at Santiago Bernabéu. Scattered minds, defensive vulnerability, and offensive aridity have been the state of Real Madrid since the beginning of the season. Tactical analysis and match report by Achraf Lamdarhri. After approximately fourteen seasons, […]
Antonio Conte’s Napoli managed a 2-0 away win at the San Siro. Two goals in the first half from Romelu Lukaku & Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave Napoli the victory as they strengthened their position at the top of the Serie A table leaving Milan biting the dust. Tactical analysis and match report by Gaurav Krishnan. Few […]
Neither Internazionale nor AC Milan had inflicted seven defeats in a row on one another before, huge stakes on a crucial night for Paulo Fonseca. From an indirect free-kick, boyhood Milan fan Matteo Gabbia delivered a fantastic header to win the derby at the death, but this was no fluke. Tactical analysis and match report […]