Under manager Manolo González, Espanyol entered the 2025/2026 season with a renewed focus on tactical structure and discipline, aiming to improve after just missing out on European competition last year. While their average possession this season (around 40.5%) doesn’t place them among La Liga’s most ball-dominant sides, it reflects a philosophy...
Norwich City’s 2024/2025 campaign was a disappointment, finishing 13th in the EFL Championship. The Canaries struggled for consistency, and their performances reflected a lack of direction. This led to the sacking of Johannes Throup, who managed the team for just over a year and ended his tenure with a win...
![PSG Vs Aston Villa [3-1] – Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg 2024/2025 – Tactical Analysis](https://totalfootballanalysis.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/UCL-202425-PSG-Vs-Aston-Villa-350x250.jpg "PSG Vs Aston Villa [3-1] - Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg 2024/2025 - Tactical Analysis 3")
The UEFA Champions League quarter-final first-leg clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa was a fascinating encounter of contrasting tactical philosophies between 2 Spanish managers, Luis Enrique vs Unai Emery. Luis Enrique's PSG utilised a fluid and adaptable 4-3-3 setup, which was a testament to their quality. In contrast, Unai...
