Manchester City’s display followed a familiar script. Compact high pressing, overloads from the left, and territorial dominance defined much of this contest. But PSG’s quality at both ends of the pitch was decisive, setting the stage for a vintage goal from the biggest star of all. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. PSG […]
If three elite attackers could not blow their opponents to pieces, PSG fans may have hoped the addition of a fourth would do the trick. But few have seen the flaws of reliance on individual brilliance more than in Paris, where the home team’s struggles gave way to a hard-fought win. Tactical analysis and match […]
If football was played out on paper, PSG were the outstanding favorites to take the three points on the opening matchday of the Ligue 1 season. Alas, in a sport that pits collectives against each other, the organization of the hosts gave rise to a tight contest that leaves the Parisians with much to work […]
The Trophée des Champions marked a return to club football, pitting league champions Lille against Coupe de France winners Paris Saint-Germain in a battle for early season bragging rights. While the two sides looked wildly different from the outfits that competed in the last campaign, what did not change was the result, as a superb […]
With Lille defeating RC Lens, winning this match was a must for PSG. Despite being unable to press Rennes with consistency, the guests created many chances through wing combinations. Pochettino’s tactical adjustments and an increased intensity by Génésio’s men in the second half almost brought a win for Stade Rennais. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Ninety minutes stood between Manchester City and a historic step to the Champions League final. The heat was on, but the hosts rose to the occasion. Barring out Paris Saint-Germain in their resolute 4-4-2 block, they could turn to a proven face once more to be the decisive figure. Tactical analysis and match report by […]
Against a well-organized RC Lens defense, PSG’s buildup proved to be, at times, ineffective. However, some mistakes by the guests afforded the talent of PSG to counterattack in open space; an unstoppable Neymar reaped the benefits and gave the hosts the win. RC Lens kept their identity throughout the match and almost ended up equalizing. […]
Manchester City’s tie with Paris Saint-Germain renewed a duel between two of the game’s great minds, offering an absorbing spectacle. The Parisians stifled City’s 4-2-2-2 offensive shape while posing threats from all sides, but a familiar narrative reared its head to turn the contest around. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Falling short […]
Bayern Munich knew they would need to pull off a ‘mini upset’ to defend their crown. But coming into this game off the back of a thrilling first leg, the tie was still on a knife’s edge, capable of going any which way. In truth, it did as the giants produced another enthralling spectacle, both […]
Although Strasbourg’s defensive approach out of a 4-4-2 shape had holes that Paris Saint-Germain could exploit, it was mainly in transition where the Paris side’s individual quality claimed the points. Despite the scoreline, the defensive frailties on display led to a not-so-comfortable outing for PSG. Tactical analysis and match report by Julian Chingoma. The upcoming […]