Category: Formations

4-3-3 Formation

Martin Ødegaard Scouting Report At Real Sociedad 2019/2020: Projecting The Norwegian’s Return To Real Madrid – Player Analysis

Martin Ødegaard is currently going through a real Cinderella story. Of course, he immediately started as a ‘superstar in the making’, and…

June 12, 2025

4-2-3-1 Formation

Portugal Vs Spain [2-2 (5-3)] UEFA Nations League Final 2024/2025: Roberto Martínez Tactics – Tactical Analysis

Portugal lifted their fourth-ever trophy after beating Spain on penalties following an extra-time period that finished 2-2 in the 2024/2025 UEFA Nations…

June 11, 2025

4-2-3-1 Formation

Tactical Theory: Pressing Variations Within A 4-2-3-1 Formation

The use of the 4-2-3-1 out-of-possession has gained popularity in recent years, with various teams using different systems within this shape. Within…

June 10, 2025

3-4-3 Formation

Dirk Kuyt Tactics At K Beerschot VA 2023/2024: Instant Impact And Promotion To The Belgian Pro League Secured – Tactical Analysis

After a tremendous start to the Challenger Pro League campaign for Beerschot, in which they topped the league for an extended period,…

June 10, 2025

3-5-2 Formation

Jacob Ramsey Scout Report At Aston Villa 2021/2022: The Villans’ Academy Product Thriving In The Premier League – Player Analysis

Aston Villa is known for their European Cup triumphs in the early 80s, in addition to their loyal fanbase and iconic stadium.…

June 10, 2025

4-4-2 Formation

Roles Of Central Midfielders In A Midfield Four – Tactical Analysis

Not too long ago, four-man midfields were the norm. The classic 4-4-2 ruled the global football scene. The only question was whether…

June 8, 2025

3-2-2-3 Formation

TFA Exclusive Interview: Martín Varini Tactics At FC Juárez 2024/2025: Positional Play In Liga MX – Tactical Analysis

FC Juárez experienced a historic final semester, achieving their best performance in Liga MX since the club’s founding in 2015. The team…

June 8, 2025

5-4-1 Formation

Thomas Frank Tactics At Brentford 2024/2025: Set-Piece Coach Keith Andrews’ Long Throw-Ins – Analysis

Welcome to part five of Total Football Analysis’s throw-in series. In the previous four parts, we have presented all the variables necessary to understand…

June 7, 2025

4-3-3 Formation

Serie A Team Of The Season 2024/2025 – Data Analysis

The 2024/2025 Serie A season has finished with Napoli crowned champions after a long and very entertaining battle with Inter Milan. It…

June 7, 2025

1-4-3-2-1 Formation

Bradley Carnell Tactics At Philadelphia Union 2025: Red Bull DNA Thriving In MLS – Tactical Analysis

Major League Soccer, particularly the Eastern Conference, has garnered considerable media attention over the past couple of years. That has had a…

June 6, 2025

4-3-3 Formation

Patrick Vieira Tactics At Crystal Palace 2022/2023 – Why They Can Aim For A European Spot – Tactical Analysis

Following his appointment in July 2021, Patrick Vieira has been swift in implementing his style of football at Crystal Palace. His appointment came as…

June 5, 2025

4-2-3-1 Formation

Thiago And Joshua Kimmich At Bayern Munich 2020/2021 – Europe’s Most Complete Double-Pivot

Hansi Flick took over on an interim basis after Nico Kovač was dismissed ten matches into the campaign, after which Bayern Munich…

June 5, 2025

4-4-2 Formation

Marcelino García Toral Tactics At Valencia CF 2018/2019: Guiding Los Che Back To The Champions League – Tactical Analysis

Marcelino took charge of Valencia last summer and led them back to the Champions League in his first season. Los Murciélagos are…

June 5, 2025

4-Diamond-2

Why Marco Rose Tactics Reverted To A 4-Diamond-2 At Borussia Dortmund In Bundesliga 2021/2022- Tactical Analysis

Earlier in the year, Lionel Scaloni talked about the impact of Marco Rose in an interview. When the Argentine head coach, now…

May 30, 2025

2-3-5 Formation

UEFA Champions League Final 2024/2025: PSG Vs Inter Milan – Full Tactical Preview

The 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League Final is a clash of contrasting philosophies. On one side, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), under Luis Enrique, have…

May 30, 2025

4-2-3-1 Formation

Real Betis Vs Chelsea [1-4] UEFA Conference League Final 2024/2025 – Tactical Analysis

Listen to this article free on the Total Football Analysis podcast.  Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or RSS. Chelsea defeated Real Betis 4-1 in…

May 30, 2025

4-2-3-1 Formation

Attacking Principles Of A 4-2-3-1 Formation – Tactical Theory

There is no single best formation in football. Each has its strengths and weaknesses, and coaches must be flexible enough to recognise…

May 29, 2025

3-4-3 Formation

Vasco Matos Tactics At CD Santa Clara 2024/2025: From Second-Tier To European Football – Tactical Analysis

This tactical analysis explores Vasco Matos‘ work at CD Santa Clara during their outstanding 2024/2025 Portuguese League season. After winning promotion as champions of…

May 29, 2025

3-4-1-2 Formation

How Miron Muslić Tactics Have Taken Cercle Brugge From Bottom Of League Into European Playoff – Tactical Analysis

After a terrible start to the 2022/23 Belgian Pro League season, when the club sat bottom with only one win from its…

May 28, 2025

4-4-2 Formation

Miron Muslić Tactics At Cercle Brugge Vs Wouter Vrancken Genk 2023/2024 – Tactical Analysis

Since Miron Muslić took over at Cercle Brugge in September of 2022, the Belgian side have been constantly improving. Now, in 2024,…

May 28, 2025