A game that swung both ways. Manchester City had their own set of problems, but they finally seemed to show notable improvement without the ball, while Omar Marmoush stepped up in key moments. Brighton & Hove Albion, meanwhile, caused problems with their dynamic front four and capitalized on their momentum to earn a crucial point. […]
Nottingham Forest demonstrated why they have been able to surprise the Premier League this season, as their well-organized defensive scheme was able to limit Manchester City’s attack here. The performance was rounded off by a late moment of quality from Morgan Gibbs-White and Callum Hudson-Odoi, earning them a crucial win. Tactical analysis and match report […]
It was truly a game of two halves, a game that highlighted the attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities of both teams. However, City capitalized on their opportunity, while Tottenham Hotspur failed to do the same. Nonetheless, a few standout performances from young talents on both sides would have surely left Pep Guardiola and Ange Postecoglou […]
This was a game of few chances, but Liverpool took theirs in the first half to beat Manchester City here. The home side had some decent sequences of play and won some individual battles on the wings, but were not able to match the away side’s clinical edge in the final third. Tactical analysis and […]
The last two winners of the Champions League would not have expected to end up in a playoff. But only one outfit could correct their course to chase the crowing glory of European football and that right belonged to the reigning champions, whose royal status stood out in this clash. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Having met each of the past four seasons, matchups between Manchester City and Real Madrid have been dictated by Pep Guardiola’s meticulous game planning or Carlo Ancelotti’s raised eyebrow (or the power of “going brrr.”) When Pep attempted to raise his own, Real Madrid deservedly punished them at the death. Tactical analysis and match report […]
This game was one for the history books for a number of reasons. The anticipation surrounding the Emirates Stadium was immense, and Arsenal certainly lived up to the hype. They made Manchester City look ordinary and ultimately dominated the game with their ruthlessness both in and out of possession. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul […]
Manchester City, facing the threat of a shocking elimination from the Champions League, delivered when it mattered most on a crucial night. However, their victory did not come without its scares. Club Brugge showcased impressive defensive resilience in the first half, but Pep Guardiola’s tactical adjustments ultimately proved effective in the second, as three goals […]
Pep Guardiola’s side were behind within minutes here due to an individual error, but grew into the game with some good left-sided attacking involving their new signing Omar Marmoush. In the second half, a direct approach was taken against Chelsea’s attempts at high pressing, which eventually secured City’s win. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh […]
Manchester City surrendered a two-goal difference at Parc des Princes, exacerbating their situation in the UEFA Champions League. Luis Enrique’s men rose from the ashes to turn the table ahead, banking four goals to put the cherry on the cake after an outstanding display on a rainy night in Paris. Tactical analysis and match report […]