A game of cautiousness was counteracted by a goal of sheer quality. After weeks of knocking on Luciano Spalletti’s door, Riccardo Orsolini charged through with a world-class winner to beat title challengers Internazionale. A goal with huge value to not only the European race but towards the Scudetto itself. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
After an uncomfortable opening, Napoli grew into the play before a poor second half left us all wondering: how did they land the role of a Scudetto contender? Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. As the title race heats up, Bologna plays a pivotal role in its destination. Two games at the […]
Although both Bologna and AS Roma still have European fixtures on their calendars, their meeting in Northern Italy was more about the limitations that have grown into their game plans, from the original blueprints that got them into the competitions in the first place. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Heading into the […]
In the same way that oil is part of the oil business, stupidity is part of the football business. This Simon Kuper statement perfectly encapsulates Roma’s management under their current owners over the past year. This notion reached its zenith in their recent match against Bologna, where a disheartening defeat cast ominous shadows over Roma’s […]
It appeared that Liverpool was going to produce a routine Anfield night in the Champions League, after an early goal and early chances. But as Bologna grew in the game, Liverpool’s ability to play out deteriorated. A win was sealed, but not without its warning signs. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Sixty […]
Antonio Conte’s Napoli got the much-needed three points in their first home game of the season at the Diego Maradona. Goals from Di Lorenzo, Kvaratskhelia & Simeone gave Conte’s side a statement home victory after their 3-0 loss to Verona on the opening matchday of the season. Tactical analysis and match report by Gaurav Krishnan. […]
A timeless Calcio classic! Center-backs have been instrumental in Bologna’s attacking patterns, and this occasion was no different, as Riccardo Calafiori seized the opportunity and netted twice to propel his side to a three-goal advantage. However, Juventus rallied late in the game, aided by Paolo Montero’s changes and Bologna’s recurring mistakes, as they found the […]
Not every win has to be gracious or elegant. Sometimes, the most satisfying of victories comes when your team grinds off the ball. When two of Serie A’s in-form teams met, Simone Inzaghi revealed Bologna’s weaknesses as they were finally beaten at home in the league. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Once […]
The Champions League spots are firmly in the balance, but Bologna has taken a huge step to be there. After Gian Piero Gasperini had adapted to face their buildup, Thiago Motta found a solution for three massive points. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. The hipster’s choice of yesteryear faced off against the […]
Bologna overcame an early deficit at the Stadio Olimpico to deliver the perfect suckerpunch to go level on points with Atalanta in the Serie A table. It was a game where two avoidable mistakes led to the opening two goals. However, one sweeping move by Thiago Motta’s side was enough to see off Maurizio Sarri’s […]