PSG have not tasted defeat under Christophe Galtier in Ligue 1, refusing to relinquish this streak in this clash. A controlled display took the sting out of Lyon, whose growth into the contest could not stop their opponents from returning to their rightful spot in the standings. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. […]
Talk of climate change might not have humbled the Parisian stars, but the end of this contest ought to have done. If the first half merely affirmed the absurd skill of their attack, the second should remind them a new system alone will not take them to the top of European football. Tactical analysis and […]
Monaco found the best antidote to PSG’s attacking game so far this season, as their high press in the first part of this match was successful in neutralizing PSG and gaining them a 1-0 lead. This was not maintainable through the full duration of the game though, and PSG’s individuals were able to come into […]
The task of a coach is to make the most of the players he has at his disposal. Christophe Galtier, now at the top of the pile in Ligue 1, has not lost sight of this purpose. Decentring himself from media attention, he liberated his stars to remind France of the killer instinct they had […]
PSG’s latest victory in Ligue 1 turned out to be the formality that many expected. But their new leader has introduced a refreshing set of ideas that have afforded one star name a second wind. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. A new figure has settled into the hot seat at PSG. Too […]
Paris Saint-Germain did win the Ligue 1 title, but for the first time in eight years, they did not feature in the Coupe de France final. Nice, the side that knocked them out, faced Nantes at the Stade de France, with both sides aiming to end long trophy droughts. A solitary goal decided the fate […]
In a fixture that could end up having significant implications for the Ligue 1 standings at the end, Nice overcame a passive first half to effectively negate large periods of sterile Rennes possession and stay within touching distance of Bruno Génésio’s men. Tactical analysis and match report by Charles Orchard. December’s contest between these two […]
Seizing the high ground, Marseille’s dreams of cup glory were slowly coming into fruition at a critical juncture. But in a contest where they lacked control, the visitors slipped away nearly as quickly as they flew out of the traps, falling to a margin of defeat that bestows favorite status. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Mauricio Pochettino might be warring his way to winning French hegemony, but Christophe’s kryptonite can still take the odd battle. On the road at Paris, his men’s organization kept their illustrious hosts at bay before a double agent showed up at the death to secure a stunning result. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
In their first “match point” towards the Ligue 1 title, Lille found themselves against a greatly organized defense. Facing no big problems against Claude Puel’s buildup ideas, they dominated possession for large parts of the match. However, with the pressure mounting, the hosts proved unable to put the ball in the net despite Galtier’s adjustments. […]