In what was a chaotic end-to-end match, Real Madrid grabbed three points from Valencia due to their extensive offensive pressure late on in the game. Though Valencia’s high pressure system stifled Real Madrid’s buildup for much of the match, they eventually grew tired due to the intensity required for José Bordalás’ style of play. Real […]
Inter Milan dominated this UEFA Champions League game, but a mix of some poor finishing and bad luck meant that Real Madrid were able to snatch a 1-0 win, courtesy Rodrygo’s 89th minute goal. Tactical analysis and match report by Harshal Patel. It has been all change at Internazionale this season, with Achraf Hakimi and […]
A match that stood symbol for both teams’ domestic campaign. The hosts’ buildup continued to lack the desired result, as Arsenal offered very little end product or balance. Though Everton tinkered, another ugly win continues to keep them in contention for European football next season. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Arsenal and Everton […]
Both teams showed why they are no longer within the top four, while revealing factors that got them there in the first place. Everton created better chances, ignited by the repetitious behaviour of James Rodríguez, but Harry Kane remains Tottenham Hotspur’s “Get Out of Jail” free card. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. In […]
Carlo Ancelotti’s switch to a 5-3-2 defensive shape was sensible and organized, against a Manchester City team that missed their usual fluency. However, the missing offensive plan and loss of defensive cohesion could only last for so long, as City tweaked their approach to score two late goals. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. […]
Facing off with a direct rival to their top-four aspirations, Chelsea looked to carry on their hot streak in a crucial matchup. But it turned out they had little to fear. Thanks to their usual stable platform and a new role for one of their big summer signings, the home team coasted to another win. […]
Prince no longer has a record dedicated to the year that Everton had last won at Anfield. After identifying Liverpool’s aerial weaknesses and deploying a rotational yet solid backline, Everton executed an effective game plan which got them the lead early and killed the game late on. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. The […]
Nine goals in this back-and-forth FA Cup thriller!
Ole Gunnar Solskjær will have another semi-final to look forward to, as his Manchester United team dominated proceedings at Goodison Park. Though their chance creation was not supreme, the movement of their midfielders pulled their opponents apart before goals in the last two minutes delivered a crushing blow to Everton’s hopes of a much-needed trophy. […]
Everton did not even need to bring their A-game to defeat Arsenal. Though their passing was ineffective, Carlo Ancelotti’s men had other routes in order to defeat their opponents. The result puts Everton in the top four, whilst pilling on more misery for Mikel Arteta, who is firmly under the spotlight. Tactical analysis and match […]