Category: Match Analysis

Match Analysis

How Celta Vigo were the architects of their own downfall against Real Betis

Following their disappointing exit from the Europa League at the hands of Rennes, Real Betis manager Quique Setien has come under some…

March 12, 2019

Match Analysis

Watford’s rope-a-dope tactic unable to stop Sterling Express

Pep Guardiola met Javi Gracia once again after City’s 2-1 win over Watford in December. This time, however, both teams had different…

March 11, 2019

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How second-string Juventus’ midfield diamond dismantled Udinese

Juventus rotated almost their entire team ahead of their crunch Champions League return leg against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, yet still dominated…

March 11, 2019

Match Analysis

Daniel Farke’s improved press helps league leaders Norwich past Swansea

Emiliano Buendia’s excellent strike in the 54th minute ensured that Norwich City’s promotion push continued at Carrow Road on Friday night against…

March 11, 2019

Match Analysis

Dinamo Zagreb adapt to shut down Benfica’s key attacking threat

Just short of 30,000 people roared as Croatia’s biggest football club Dinamo Zagreb hosted Benfica at the Maksimir stadium. They erupted as…

March 9, 2019

Match Analysis

Solskjaer’s defensive flexibility guides injury-ridden United to Paris miracle

Paris Saint-Germain welcomed Manchester United to the Parc des Princes for the second leg of their round of 16 matchup in the…

March 8, 2019

Match Analysis

How Juventus’ stubborn central block helped steal the points from Napoli

Unbeaten in the previous 18 home matches, Napoli welcomed Juventus to the Stadio Sao Paolo. With Napoli’s streak extending back to March…

March 6, 2019

Match Analysis

Why did Swansea City struggle to see off nine-men Bolton Wanderers?

Swansea City’s patience eventually paid off against a stubborn Bolton Wanderers side who saw two players sent off during the game at…

March 5, 2019

Match Analysis

Why Wanyama’s discipline was key amidst error-strewn North London derby

Tottenham have gone from being the third horse in a two-way title race, to looking anxiously over their shoulder at a resurgent…

March 5, 2019

Match Analysis

Why Roma rued missing Manolas in crushing derby defeat to Lazio

A Serie A Roman derby without key players ended up cracking Roma, who lacked any threat in the absence of their star centre-back Manolas.…

March 4, 2019

Match Analysis

RB Salzburg’s diagonal press paves direct path to victory over Wolfsberger

Having overcome Club Brugge in the Europa League round of 32, RB Salzburg are looking forward to a last-16 tie against Napoli…

March 4, 2019

Match Analysis

VAR rescues Real Madrid from Levante banana skin

Real Madrid got back to winning ways on the road as they narrowly saw off Levante in La Liga, though it was…

February 27, 2019

Match Analysis

How the 4-2-2-2 brought RB Leipzig back against Hoffenheim

The match between RB Leipzig and TSG Hoffenheim pitched the current and the future sides of Julian Nagelsmann against each other. The…

February 27, 2019

Match Analysis

Sloppy passing means defence shines for Torino

Torino came into this game on the back of a five-game unbeaten run in Serie A, scoring four goals and conceding none.…

February 27, 2019

Match Analysis

Manchester United defy the football gods to earn a point against Liverpool

Manchester United came into this weekend’s blockbuster clash against Liverpool on a high, having somewhat recovered their poise by beating Chelsea 2-0…

February 27, 2019

Match Analysis

How Liverpool failed to beat Manchester United despite dominating possession

Liverpool came to Old Trafford with the opportunity to move above Man City if they gained at least one point against in-form Manchester…

February 26, 2019

Match Analysis

Sheffield United’s smash-and-grab job holds West Brom at bay

Sheffield United claimed a vital 1-0 win over fellow Championship promotion chasers West Brom on Saturday. A first half goal from Kieran…

February 25, 2019

Match Analysis

Swansea City struggle against Sheffield Wednesday’s high press

Sheffield Wednesday scored three goals in 31 first-half minutes to get a much-welcomed home win in the EFL Championship against a Swansea…

February 25, 2019

Match Analysis

Manchester City Women outlast Arsenal Women in Continental Cup Final triumph

Manchester City Women won a tight Continental Cup final against Arsenal Women on Saturday. A tight game throughout, penalties were needed to separate…

February 25, 2019

Match Analysis

Red Bull Salzburg find their feet to ease past Club Brugge

The performances of Red Bull Salzburg in Europe over the last few seasons have been superb. They have still to qualify for the…

February 23, 2019