After a first half in which England were decent, but not overly impressive, Thomas Tuchel’s adjustments helped spur a strong second half, where their defensive intensity and their usual 4-3-3 attacking system helped earn them a win over Croatia in their World Cup opener. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. We decided to make […]
Thomas Tuchel will take no great plaudits for bringing one of the best nations in the game into the World Cup, but he is taking value from every encounter that allows him to construct firm foundations for his project as the manager of a nation with high expectations. With another professional performance under their belt, […]
England earned an easy victory in this World Cup Qualifier, enjoying full control throughout the game. Their right-sided dynamics showed promise in their 4-3-3 system, and they took their chances from set-pieces to run up a 5-0 scoreline in the end. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. England traveled to Serbia for the fifth […]
The global renown of Real is so great that one can only opt to honor its grandeur. Once more, an elite opponent would fall at the seams at the Santiago Bernabéu in the big moments while an unlikely hero showed off his understanding of what it means to put on the iconic white shirt. Tactical […]
The master of the match plan and the match maneuvering masters met in Munich. Thomas Tuchel toyed about with his first course of action, producing phases of brilliance in the ninety minutes. Nevertheless, his men would not be free from the royal wrath of Madrid forever. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. We […]
The Allianz Arena has been the location of brutal Bavarian bullying in the past. A process of maturity has toughened up their victims, who were still too timid to face their fears once and for all. They fired blanks on their way to the exit, and a familiar feeling in the pit of the stomach. […]
Arsenal and Bayern Munich arrived into this clash in contrasting forms, yet Bayern showcased their experience in this competition by capitalizing ruthlessly on Arsenal’s mistakes. Although Arsenal dominated the proceedings and displayed resilience, both managers would have ultimately been satisfied with their approaches, setting the stage for an intriguing clash in Germany next week. Tactical […]
When these teams met last year at the same time, Bayern Munich capitalized on Borussia Dortmund’s mistakes to secure a crucial win. Now, the tables have turned. Bayern struggles in 2024 continued, as they failed to pose a consistent threat in the attacking third, while Dortmund were extremely efficient to end their ten-year winless drought […]
Time ticks down on Thomas Tuchel’s tenure in Bavaria, but on what note will he sign off? The supposed security of silverware has been turning into an illusion before his eyes, and the battle to not soil his status all the more as a manager demanded decisive acts to wipe out the deficit of the […]
Bayern Munich had to settle for a 2-2 draw at SC Freiburg, after trailing early and conceding late. The game featured four spectacular goals but there was nothing spectacular about Bayern’s performance, as the Munich club dropped further points in their diminishing Bundesliga title chase. Tactical analysis and match report by Nick Smoothy. Bayern’s visit […]