Benfica extended their unbeaten run to twenty games and have knocked out Juventus on their path. Roger Schmidt’s side dominated Juventus and secured the victory despite a late scare in the closing stages. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. Benfica have certainly been impressive under the guidance of Roger Schmidt. The Portuguese giants have […]
In a repeat of last week’s result, Benfica were able to leave Paris with a draw having once again shown a strong display of pressing. Their compactness against the ball prevented PSG from playing in dangerous areas, resulting in a game of few chances in open play. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Roger […]
The top two of Group H in the Champions League crossed paths in one of the standout fixtures of Wednesday night. The top two of Group H in the Champions League crossed paths in one of the standout fixtures of Wednesday night. Paris Saint-Germain were of course the favourites for this fixture given the qualitative […]
Liverpool were the better team in most aspects here, as Benfica’s tactical approach was fairly unsuitable on both sides of the ball. However, the away side were clinical in front of goal and Liverpool never really kicked into top gear in the game, which meant that Benfica were able to score three times at Anfield, […]
On home turf at the Amsterdam Arena, Ajax expected to atone for their first leg profligacy and get into the last eight of the Champions League. Their dominance of the ball, field and chances signaled a victory, but a marksman emerged from the shadows to break hearts near the death. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Ajax have flown the flag for the outsiders in the Champions League, but they locked horns with another outfit keen to throw a shock bid into the ring. What manifested was a duel that shone a light on the frail and fantastic of the Dutch champions, teeing up an enthralling second leg. Tactical analysis and […]
Benfica took the first leg of this tight Champions League qualifier tie. Early in the game, they bypassed the PSV press and scored. Afterwards, Benfica stepped back and remained compact while PSV struggled to break down their defensive block and create good chances. Benfica clinched another goal via a corner kick while PSV finally got […]
Arsenal initially controlled possession quite well and showed some promising approaches when breaking the Benfica midfield press, yet were unable to find the finishing touch against the Portuguese back five. Benfica grew slowly into the game and took the lead through a Pizzi penalty, but things were immediately levelled by Saka’s reply two minutes later. […]
Frankfurt were able to dominate the first half of the game, chasing a 4-2 aggregate deficit. In the second half, Benfica came out stronger, and found more success against Frankfurt’s pressing, which had pinned them back in the first half. Nevertheless, Frankfurt’s direct attack helped them to a second goal, and they were able to […]
This battle between two attacking minded sides promised to be an action-packed Europa League quarter final. The game lived up its promises and was full of intense pressing. Although Frankfurt conceded a penalty and a red card after just twenty minutes, the match did not lose any suspense. Being one man down, Frankfurt stuck to […]