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Ashwin Ballal

Currently in Chennai, India, I am an Engineer with immense love for football, cricket and racing. A sportsperson myself, I am looking to take things to the next level by diving deeper into analysis and writing about the beautiful game. Hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy writing it!

Euro 2020: Wales – tactical analysis
Despite missing out on the 2018 World Cup, Wales will have fond memories of their previous Euros, in 2016, where they went…
May 28, 2021
Euro 2020: Netherlands – tactical analysis
Euro 2016 was the first time a European Championship was held without the Netherlands, with the side failing to qualify for the…
May 28, 2021
Match Analysis
Leicester vs Tottenham: Efficient pressing and swift counters see Spurs come from behind to deny Foxes a UCL spot – tactical analysis
There was lots to play for on the final day of the 2020/21 Premier League season, with multiple European places up for…
July 26, 2022
Coppa Italia
Coppa Italia Final 2021 Preview: What to expect from Atalanta vs Juventus – tactical analysis
The 2021 Coppa Italia final sees Atalanta take on Juventus, with both sides having contrasting seasons so far. The former has secured…
May 18, 2021
La Liga
“Deserved to win”: How Sevilla’s low-block frustrated Real Madrid in La Liga title race – tactical analysis
Real Madrid came crashing out of the Champions League midweek, missing the chance to face Premier League champions elect Manchester City in…
May 11, 2021
EFL Cup
How Man City played through the lines against Spurs to win the EFL Cup Final – tactical analysis
With all the hype and drama surrounding the proposed Super League, Jose Mourinho’s sacking as Tottenham’s head coach just a few days…
April 27, 2021
FA Cup
How overloads and quick transitions took Leicester to the FA Cup Final – tactical analysis
With Chelsea having overcome Manchester City in the earlier semi-final, Leicester City and Southampton faced off at Wembley to decide who would…
April 20, 2021
James Garner: Is he ready to make his name at Manchester United? – scout report
The Manchester United academy needs no introduction, having produced exceptional talents and world stars over the years. The Class of ’92 is…
April 20, 2021
4-1-4-1 Formation
Quick Transitions And The 2-3-5: What To Expect From Edin Terzić And Pep Guardiola Tactics
After a gripping first leg at the Etihad, Manchester City travel to Dortmund for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League…
February 1, 2025
Match Analysis
Early crosses and clever wing-play: Analysis of Steve Bruce’s Newcastle tactical plan vs Mourinho’s Tottenham
With nine games left to go, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur found themselves at opposite ends of the table. While the former…
July 26, 2022
Head Coach Analysis
3 reasons why Netherlands have looked unconvincing under Frank de Boer
When it was announced that Frank de Boer would be taking over the Dutch national side, you would have expected fans to…
March 30, 2021
FA Cup
Taking the bait: How Leicester’s press and clever turnovers exploited Manchester United’s midfield
With a spot in the last four up for grabs, Manchester United travelled to Leicester City in the hope of making another…
March 24, 2021
Arsenal
How midfield overloads and intelligent pressing saw Arteta’s Arsenal make Mourinho look down
The North London Derby had a very different setting this time, with both Arsenal and Tottenham not having great seasons. Spurs were…
July 16, 2021
Data Analysis: England’s best winger outside the ‘Big Six’ for the Euros
While club competitions are reaching the business end of the season, the Euros are right around the corner having been pushed to…
March 15, 2021
Analysis
Solskjær’s system: How clever pressing and marking off the ball won Manchester United the derby
Manchester City had sailed away in the title race by the time they hosted their neighbours at the Etihad, aiming to regain…
March 9, 2021
Analysis
Quantity over Quality: How Chelsea’s high press and United’s resolute defence resulted in stalemate at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea hosted Manchester United in what was probably the biggest game of the weekend in the Premier League. A resurgent Chelsea under…
July 16, 2021
Arsenal
Striking Early: How Pep’s defenders contributed to a clever victory by stretching a compact Arsenal
In what has been an inconsistent season, Manchester City have appeared to find an extraordinary level of consistency that sees them sit…
July 16, 2021
Gennaro Gattuso
Low xG: How Napoli prevented Juventus from creating high-quality chances in Serie A
Juventus have been the champions of the Serie A for nearly the whole of the last decade, having won the title consecutively…
July 26, 2022
Data Analysis
Finding the best wingers outside the “Big Six” in the Premier League – data analysis
The start of the 2020/21 English Premier League season has been nothing short of entertaining. In the 12 game weeks that we…
December 17, 2020
Analysis
UEFA Champions League 2020/21: RB Leipzig vs Manchester United – tactical analysis
The final round of fixtures in the UEFA Champions League group stage was by no means a dead rubber, especially for the…
December 9, 2020
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