Atlético Madrid have made their worst start to a league campaign since 2009/10. With only two points from their first three matches, Simeone’s side already face an uphill battle in the LaLiga title race. Against Deportivo Alavés, the same attacking problems resurfaced, as a compact defensive block once again left Atlético short of solutions. Tactical […]

For decades, the British isles have been thought of as the home of directness, long balls and the 4-4-2 formation. However, in 2020, teams in LaLiga seem to be using these tactics more than teams in the English Premier League.  Written by José Pérez. Spanish teams now implement 4-4-2 blocks and other formations with two […]

Alavés rewarded their excellent performance and near-perfect game plan with a last-second winner, which allows them to catch Real Madrid in LaLiga’s table. Real Madrid complete their fourth match in a row without scoring, having lost three of those, and talks about a true ‘crisis’ are surely about to increase in the capital. Real Madrid […]