Napoli’s balanced defensive 4-1-4-1 system neutralized an already flawed Milan attack, but was unable to prevent two individual moments that snatched away the win. Although Napoli’s buildup sorely wounded the visitors, they only found the necessary breakthroughs on a couple of occasions. As a result, the hosts were ultimately falling into the usual loop of […]
When momentum kicks in, little is there to do to prevent it from trashing even the most solid assembles. Consequently, even the well-oiled Juventus could not escape the inevitable and were victimized; Milan just needed six hectic minutes and one goal to ignite a stunning comeback from a double deficit. As a result, Juventus’ defense […]
Milan’s first half showcased all of their buildup flaws against a Roma side that was simply not clinical enough to capitalize on their chances. When the visitors’ energy levels dropped, Milan found their chance to take the lead, as Roma’s one shot throughout the entire second half summarized their helplessness. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Juventus’ first thirty minutes were all fans could hope for. However, the tables turned, as the final minutes of the first half anticipated yet another controversial second half by Sarri’s men. As Juventus reached another finale, where they will battle for their 5th Coppa in 6 years, two bizarre first-half interferences couldn’t help breaking the […]
The first leg of Coppa Italia semi-final action saw AC Milan play host to Juventus in a clash of the country’s big names. In the end, Milan were the better side in a somewhat drab affair which culminated in Juventus snatching a late draw out of the jaws of defeat. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Milan looked completely in control of the game when they entered the break with a two-goal lead. Just seven minutes into the second half, the score had already been equalized though, as Milan’s situation harshly went from bad to worse when Inter completed their comeback and proceeded to put the game to bed. Tactical analysis […]
In a game wherein Atalanta’s goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini was never tested, Giampiero Gasperini’s side dominated a dismal Milan side with their aggressive and progressive football. Besides the evident offensive issues, the Milanese side showed severe defensive cracks that raise questions over whether parting ways with Gattuso was the right decision. Tactical analysis and match report […]
Once again, Juventus struggled to create chances, this time against a Milan side that efficiently pushed Sarri’s defense back and went close to taking the lead on multiple occasions. Only the substitute Paulo Dybala put the visitors’ hopes to bed when his shot hit the back of the net, leaving Pioli’s men empty-handed. Tactical analysis […]
While Milan’s intentions still remain unclear, Roma is slowly molding into the picture Paulo Fonseca has in mind – a high pressing and patient, yet incisive, team in possession. In contrast, Stefano Pioli’s men were unable to threaten a solid side, naively falling into the hosts’ traps and offering no signs of improvement from the […]
What a hectic game this was! Two goals in the first five minutes, after which Fiorentina looked accomplished but lacked cutting edge, as Matteo Politano’s strike left them 2-1 down at half time. In the second half, the Video Assistant Referee had a very decisive impact, ruling out a Fiorentina goal and awarding Inter a […]