Real Madrid maintain their magic. Dortmund’s deep running daggers powered their transition tactics before the break, but Ancelotti’s astute approach patched up the problems. Resilience resides in the hands of his players, who have the know how to solve situations for themselves. We’ve seen the same story so many times: maybe the solution is actually […]
For the first time since 1995, a fan-filled Parc des Princes hosted a men’s Champions League semifinal. Paris Saint-Germain had a first leg deficit to overturn if they were to reach the final of the competition for just the second time ever, still seeking a first title. However, they failed to find a way through […]
A rocking Westfalenstadion enjoyed its biggest and best night in a decade as French champions Paris Saint-Germain visited to contest the first leg of a Champions League semifinal. After an enthralling end-to-end affair, the hosts got away with a slender lead which they will hope to defend in the French capital. Tactical analysis and match […]
Leipzig moved five points clear of Dortmund in fifth place, with a deserved 4-1 win over their top four rivals. The home team were superior to their opponents in numerous areas; and despite going a goal behind, it was a comfortable victory, helped by two goals either side of the half-time break. Tactical analysis and […]
Dortmund welcomed the table toppers, who have achieved what has been impossible since 2012, to their turf. Against the envy of the nation, three points would steal their sunshine. However, the new champions have set their sights on the inconceivable and would not permit that wish. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Bayer […]
Decline of domestic domination ought to signal success for these two clubs closer to home. However, affairs have not lived up to expectations, forcing the bright lights of the Champions League to harbor their hopes and dreams. While only one side seemed ready for the seriousness of these stakes, the midway mark of the tie […]
VfB Stuttgart spoiled the Signal Iduna Park’s 50th birthday party with a 1-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund. The win moved Sebastian Hoeneß’s side level on points with Bayern Munich and guarantees the club a top-six finish this season, meaning European football in 2024/25. Tactical analysis and match report by Nick Smoothy. Borussia Dortmund hosted VfB […]
When these teams met last year at the same time, Bayern Munich capitalized on Borussia Dortmund’s mistakes to secure a crucial win. Now, the tables have turned. Bayern struggles in 2024 continued, as they failed to pose a consistent threat in the attacking third, while Dortmund were extremely efficient to end their ten-year winless drought […]
Coming into this game, the stakes for both teams were high, but Borussia Dortmund clearly showed their superiority when it mattered the most. Although Dortmund struggled to penetrate Frankfurt’s compact and organized medium-block, they posed enough of a threat to secure another vital three points. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. When Borussia Dortmund […]
Werder Bremen have handled table topping opponents well to climb up the division. Here, the team did not rise to the occasion. Their guests granted a lifeline to take something out of the game, but their timidity from the first half translated into inefficiencies after the break. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. […]