Thanks to their trademark pressing and transitions, Liverpool eventually cut through and punished an Arsenal team devoid of a game plan. Once Jürgen Klopp’s team found their formula, they relentless carved through Arsenal’s defensive block, in desperate need of structure in the big matches. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Considering the trajectories of […]
Dogged deep blocks and rapid breakaways are chief ingredients for a shock victory, but West Ham are no longer your classic underdog. In a duel where the favorites pushed them to offer more, they rose to the challenge, bringing old and new ideas together to seal a stunning result. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
A two goal lead and a red card did not signal comfort for Liverpool in Spain, but with the backing of the Anfield crowd, this contest turned out to be one-sided. On a nigh-on perfect night for the hosts, they coasted into the Round of 16, leaving their guests in a heap of trouble. Tactical […]
Recent contests between the two royal red houses of English football have failed to produce the spectacle neutrals crave. This duel was an exception, but it came at the cost of one side’s dignity. Swept away in a brutal first half, Manchester United paid the price for their lack of direction, begging the question of […]
Fifteen minutes into this contest, Liverpool were odds on to run riot over the hosts. But the stardust of Atlético Madrid’s brightest talent, their growing threat on the break, and an array of officiating decisions came together to produce a dramatic five goal spectacle that pushed Jürgen Klopp’s men to the final whistle. Tactical analysis […]
Manchester City and Liverpool’s duels are the premier fixture in the English calendar, and its latest edition failed to disappoint. Four goals, an array of tactical tweaks, and a typically high level of organization from both outfits made for a spectacle that tees up an exciting title race. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
As defensive organizations continue to improve, depending solely on individual talent to break down deep defensive structures might not be viable in the modern game. It takes a unit to break down a unit; structured movements to break down a structure. The rise of Liverpool in the last couple of years was seen as a […]
The reignition of a Champions League classic would grace Anfield’s first packed European crowd in 18 months, and the game lived up to the billing. A swift Liverpool start, rapturous home support, and five goal haul delivered a spectacle in which the hosts dominated but dug deep to secure the three points on the night. […]
Once again, Leeds United’s man-marking scheme proved to be a playground for elite attackers. Liverpool had multiple weapons of choice to carve through, as their flexible offense constantly teed up one another. However, serious injury to Harvey Elliott dimmed a dominant display. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. The organized chaos, infused by both […]
Changing game states failed to separate two Premier League title contenders, desperate to get back on top. Liverpool set an intense tempo early, while Chelsea threatened on the transition. However, the outcome of an old-fashioned goalmouth frenzy reshaped the events of the second half. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. To reshape their clubs, […]