Category: Tactical Preview

Carlo Ancelotti

UEFA Champions League 2022/23: Key tactical battles to watch out for as Liverpool seek revenge against Real Madrid – tactical preview

Last season’s UEFA Champions League finalists will meet again this season but now in the Round of 16 and in considerably different…

February 20, 2023

Champions League

Personnel Problems: Real Madrid’s injury issues impact the tie vs Chelsea – tactical analysis

Chelsea didn’t pull any punches in the first leg, carving up Real Madrid’s defensive tactics in the first 30 minutes of the…

February 3, 2023

Analysis

Premier League 2022/23: Why Arsenal vs Manchester United could be one of the most interesting tactical battles of the season – tactical preview

Christmas has come late for Premier League viewers. Last weekend, a double-derby header took place as Manchester United battled local rivals Manchester…

January 20, 2023

Antonio Conte

Premier League 2022/23: How Antonio Conte can pull off a tactical masterclass in the North London Derby this weekend – tactical preview

It’s been a long time since Arsenal went into the North London Derby at Tottenham Hotspur’s ground leading the pack. In fact,…

January 12, 2023

Chelsea FC

Three tactical details Potter needs to get right in order to beat City in this weekend’s crucial FA Cup Clash – tactical preview

Three days after facing off in a colossal Premier League battle at Stamford Bridge, a struggling Chelsea travel to the Etihad Stadium…

January 7, 2023

Analysis

2022/23 Belgian Pro League second half of the season preview – tactical analysis

The 2022/23 Belgian Pro League season has been one of incredible entertainment so far, and there is still half of the season…

December 21, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Argentina and France can conquer the world for a third time – tactical preview

It is finally time. After four years of waiting, the FIFA World Cup final is finally here. This edition of the World…

December 17, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why history-makers Morocco will be “a tough proposition” for defending champions France – tactical preview

After a very long but enjoyable few weeks of on-field action, the World Cup is now firmly on the home straight, with…

December 12, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Argentina and Croatia can gain an edge in this semi-final chess match – tactical preview

Hysterical and a spike in adrenaline, football is so great. Friday was an unbelievable day in World Cup history with two big…

December 12, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why a close battle between Morocco and Portugal may come down to the finest margins – tactical preview

After causing a major upset in the round of 16 tie against Spain, Morocco now move into the last 8, to face…

December 9, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: How England can overcome France in this huge quarter-final bout between two European titans – tactical preview

After two entire days without football, the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are finally here. The most awaited encounter is between two European…

December 8, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why stopping Depay and Messi will be key for both The Netherlands and Argentina in this huge quarter-final clash – tactical preview

One of the most awaited quarter-finals in this World Cup is The Netherlands versus Argentina, where the Dutch will be looking for…

December 8, 2022

Analysis

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why Croatia’s quarter-final meeting with “terrifying favourites” Brazil is shaping up to be an even affair – tactical preview

As World Cups go, this will undoubtedly be one that many will remember for reasons both on and off the field. Off…

December 8, 2022

Analysis

Serie A preview: How can Atalanta stop Napoli’s dominance – tactical analysis

There are a few European teams that have been utterly dominant in the 2022/23 season and while some of them are regularly…

November 4, 2022

AC Milan

Derby della Madonnina preview: How can the city rivals Milan and Inter show character in their biggest test yet – tactical analysis

Both Milan and Internazionale demonstrated their dominance at the beginning of the season, although they had some difficulties in certain aspects of…

September 3, 2022

Analysis

Athletico Paranaense vs Palmeiras: The battle of the low blocks – tactical preview

The first semi-final of the Copa Libertadores 2022 will be a Brazilian clash between the current champions, Palmeiras, and Athletico Paranaense. Led…

August 29, 2022

Atlético Madrid

La Liga 2022/23: Atlético Madrid vs Villarreal face early-season six-pointer – tactical preview

With 3-0 wins to open the season, Atlético Madrid and Villarreal enter their week two clash with momentum and high expectations. For…

August 20, 2022

AC Milan

Serie A 2022/23 preview: Can Atalanta challenge Milan in their title-defending season? – tactical analysis

None of the big Serie A teams disappointed in the first round of the 2022/23 campaign, including the defending champions AC Milan…

August 19, 2022

Analysis

Copa Libertadores 2022: The edge between Corinthians and Flamengo – tactical preview

For what could be the fixture of the year in Brazilian football, Corinthians and Flamengo will face off for a spot in…

August 1, 2022

Analysis

The final battle: How can England and Germany exploit each other weaknesses to lift the Women’s EURO 2022 trophy – tactical preview

England will be facing Germany for the Women’s Euro 2022 final at the glorious Wembley Stadium in an unprecedented event in women’s football.…

July 30, 2022