Arsenal came into this match with a perfect winning record but were unable to cope with Brighton’s high-pressing game as the hosts were able to prevent Arsenal gaining control with possession. Two goals from outside the box plus a set-piece were the eventual difference-makers. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. Brighton & Hove Albion […]
Matchday one offers Champions League spectators the chance to reevaluate their perspectives about clubs across the continent. But most will have learned little new about both teams from this fixture. Italy’s cream of the crop have it all to prove in this tournament, while Arsenal are one of the best outfits in Europe— and their […]
Chelsea took an early lead through Morgan Rogers and looked to keep the tempo high at the Emirates Stadium. However, Arsenal were able to expose weaknesses in Chelsea’s defensive line with their right-sided attacks, before Ødegaard sealed the deal in the second half, giving Arsenal a 2-1 win. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. […]
Early goals in both halves set the stage for a game in which Arsenal’s disciplined defensive scheme saw little danger from Enzo Maresca’s 3-1-3-3 attacking idea. Manchester City’s own defensive line was less solid, with Arsenal’s left-sided off-the-ball runs making the difference for two of the goals. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. We […]
A Champions League final that can be summarized by risk. Luis Enrique found a solution to Paris Saint-Germain’s first-half problems, even if they were not at their creative peaks. Mikel Arteta struggled to get his team out of the situation they put themselves in, a shoot-out defeat that handed PSG their second consecutive trophy. Tactical […]
Continental competition can give additional glow to the campaigns of both clubs in this clash, but Arsenal already are in the mood to celebrate. An achievement not accomplished for over a generation belongs with the team again, and they kicked off their stint with new status in style. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
Mikel Arteta’s side had to be patient to find their goal here, starting with a 3-1-3-3 possession shape in the first half before switching to a rotational 4-3-3 shape in the second half. Leandro Trossard eventually found the crucial goal late on, while controversial events in the final minutes also went Arsenal’s way as they […]
The pragmatic portion of the Champions League semi-final pitted together a traditional defensive bastion with a club reborn in that image. There would be a sprinkling of Hale End magic from Mikel Arteta to appeal to the twelfth man on the evening, but the foundation for his side’s success remained a resolute rearguard against an […]
The meeting at the Metropolitano would always underwhelm against the explosive standard of scoring from the first Champions League semi-final, but the tie remains on tenterhooks in its own way. A trio of penalties produced the most dramatic moments on the evening, exhibiting the flow of a fixture where defensive solidity and minimizing mistakes made […]
Eberechi Eze’s early goal was enough to get Arsenal over the line in a challenging game against Newcastle United. The away side’s high press proved tough for Arsenal to negotiate, and Mikel Arteta’s side surrendered possession for much of the game in order to defend their slim lead. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. […]