Category: Analysis

Analysis

TFA Podcast: Why are consistent defensive contributions so difficult?

On this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by Velez CF opposition analyst and TFA tactical writer Coach…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

TFA Podcast: How to tactically analyse games of football

On this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by Bryant Marques and Caio Miguel to discuss and debate…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Video: How To Use A Deep Pivot Like Thiago Alcantara & Granit Xhaka – Tactical Analysis

In this video analysis, we will take a closer look at the pivot position in football. Our tactical analysis will look at…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Video: Attacking With Inverted Wingers Explained – Tactical Analysis

In this video analysis, we explain the tactics behind attacking with inverted wingers in football and therefore use in-game scenarios from inverted…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Hansi Flick Tactics At Bayern Munich 2019/2020 – Tactical Analysis

After sacking head coach Niko Kovac, Bayern Munich promoted their assistant coach Hansi Flick to the head coach position. And after remarkable…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Axel Witsel Scout Report At Borussia Dortmund 2018/2019: The Key To Lucien Favre’s Transition – Player Analysis

Lucien Favre’s return to the Bundesliga has been nothing short of a revelation. His team are playing a dynamic, exciting and progressive…

April 17, 2026

3-4-2-1 Formation

Using Wingers In Central Roles: Crystal Palace, Liverpool & PSG Tactics 2024/2025 – Tactical Theory

Football is an ever-changing sport, with no two seasons ever being the same, and the game constantly evolving. As each year passes,…

April 17, 2026

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Defence-First Tactics To Avoid Relegation Like Alexander Blessin’s St. Pauli & José Bordalás’s Getafe 2024/2025 – Tactical Theory

Sir Alex Ferguson once said, ‘Attack wins games, defence wins titles’. However, for coaches like Alexander Blessin and José Bordalás, who are…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Sebastian Hoeneß Tactics At VfB Stuttgart 2025/2026: Germany’s Best Corner Defence – Set-Piece Analysis

Sebastian Hoeneß Tactics At VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart are currently third in the Bundesliga, with 56 points from 29 matches, just two…

April 16, 2026

Analysis

Benjamin Šeško Scout Report At Manchester United 2025/2026: The Emergence Of A Pure Finisher – Player Analysis

A big-money transfer to a massive club always puts a player in the spotlight, and it can be nigh-on impossible for most…

April 16, 2026

Analysis

Sverre Nypan Scout Report At Manchester City 2025/2026: Pep Guardiola’s Next Creative X-Factor? – Player Analysis

Sverre Nypan began attracting interest from many top clubs in 2022, when he became the youngest player ever to represent Rosenborg at…

April 16, 2026

Analysis

Pep Guardiola Tactics At Manchester City 2025/2026: Post-January Adjustments & A New Balance – Data Analysis

Manchester City have endured a patchy 2025/2026 season, with inconsistent performances and key injuries disrupting their defensive spine. To address these issues,…

April 16, 2026

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Atlético Madrid Vs Barcelona [1–2] – La Liga 2025/2026: Pressure, Width & Control Seal The Title Statement – Tactical Analysis

The duel at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona represented a collision of two distinct tactical universes that have…

April 14, 2026

3-5-2 Formation

Real Madrid Vs Bayern Munich [1-2] Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg 2025/2026: Vincent Kompany Press & Structure Take Control – Tactical Analysis

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich met once again in the UEFA Champions League, two years after their previous knockout encounter, but this…

April 9, 2026

4-1-4-1 Formation

Sporting CP Vs Arsenal [0-1] Champions League Quarter-Final First Leg 2025/2026: A Narrow Win Built On Defensive Control – Tactical Analysis

Sporting CP hosted Arsenal for the first leg of the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League quarter-final at Estádio José Alvalade. The Gunners ended…

April 9, 2026

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Tactical & Statistical Trends Behind UEFA’s Playoff Battle – Data Analysis

As the UEFA 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification reaches its decisive phase, the European playoffs present a compelling stage where tactical nuance…

April 8, 2026

Analysis

Josh King Scout Report At Fulham 2025/2026: Marco Silva’s Breakout Midfield Talent – Player Analysis

Josh King is a 19-year-old attacking midfielder who currently plays for Fulham and the England U21 national team. King is enjoying a breakout…

April 8, 2026

3-4-2-1 Formation

Napoli Vs AC Milan [1–0] – Serie A 2025/2026: Antonio Conte Adjustments Break The Deadlock – Tactical Analysis

Napoli hosted AC Milan at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona for Gameweek 31 of Serie A 2025/2026 in a clash that was decisive…

April 8, 2026

3-4-2-1 Formation

Inter Milan Vs AS Roma [5–2] – Serie A 2025/2026: How Cristian Chivu Tactics Restored Attacking Cohesion At San Siro – Tactical Analysis

Inter Milan hosted AS Roma at the San Siro and successfully protected their Serie A lead following a difficult period. Inter Milan exploited the international…

April 7, 2026

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Eduardo Camavinga Scout Report At Real Madrid 2025/2026: A High-Ceiling Recruitment Opportunity – Player Analysis

Eduardo Camavinga joined Real Madrid from Stade Rennais in the summer of 2021 for €31m. Right away, he got off to a…

April 6, 2026