As the tactical game evolves rapidly, more and more money is spent on teams of analysts, data scientists, and research departments to get ahead in a game of often-narrow margins. Whilst murmurs of football becoming more 'boring' have grown over the last few years, I believe this can be boiled down to the fact...
After months of speculation, Arsenal looks on track to finally confirm the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi. The Gunners have now been Premier League runners-up three years in a row. The Spanish International could be key in driving Mikel Arteta’s side towards potential glory. He will share the...
Real Madrid faced a considerable challenge in overturning the three-goal deficit against one of Europe’s most disciplined defensive sides. To stage a remontada against Arsenal, Madrid needed creativity and courage to disrupt Arsenal’s defensive structure. Yet, this was far from reality. Arsenal, content to concede possession, managed the game with...
In the opening stages of this 2024/25 La Liga campaign, things have begun uncharacteristically for Imanol Alguacil and Real Sociedad. The Real Sociedad of previous years, who worked tirelessly to make Estadio San Mamés an impenetrable fortress, have vanished. The Basque club are yet to record a single point in their opening three...
Even in a transitional period, at least by their lofty standards, Spain enters Euro 2024 as one of the favourites. Featuring a blend of players in their final years with the squad, a strong presence of La Liga’s peak-aged players, and exciting youngsters, this Spanish team may not be the...
Entering mid-March, Real Sociedad were the hottest team in La Liga. Three months off the pitch haven’t benefitted La Real as they’ve secured just one point against Osasuna and Deportivo Alavés. Imanol Alguacil’s side has dropped out of the UEFA Champions League spot, and they are in a battle to...
