Omar Marmoush

The 2025 AFCON concluded in breathtaking fashion as Senegal claimed the continental crown with a dramatic 1–0 victory over hosts Morocco in the final. In a night filled with intense emotion and unforgettable moments, Pape Gueye’s extra-time strike secured Senegal’s second AFCON title, capping off a tournament that showcased the...

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has reached its dramatic semi-final stage in Morocco, with four of the continent’s elite sides still in contention for the premier African international football crown. The semi-finalists confirmed are Senegal, Egypt, Morocco, and Nigeria, following thrilling quarter-final ties that showcased both individual brilliance...

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is set to kick off on 21st December 2025 in Morocco, running until 18 January 2026, and promises a thrilling spectacle of African football. This edition of Africa’s premier international tournament features 24 national sides competing across multiple cities and world-class stadiums throughout...

The 2025/2026 Premier League season has already begun to reveal significant differences between teams in how effectively they convert shooting opportunities into goals. While league standings often reflect overall performance, examining shot quality, expected goals (xG), and finishing efficiency provides a deeper understanding of whether a team is genuinely performing...

The opening weeks of the 2025/2026 Premier League season have showcased the growing influence of African players across the division. From clinical forwards to dynamic wide attackers and progressive full-backs, many sides have benefited from standout performances delivered by their African contingents. This rising prominence, however, comes with an inevitable...

For the second consecutive year, Manchester City visited the American Express Stadium and lost 2-1. Fabian Hürzeler's Brighton & Hove Albion went for it in the second half, making a quadruple substitution at the hour mark, which ended up making the difference. It's back-to-back losses for Pep Guardiola's side as they struggle to...

Manchester City’s attacking department for the 2025/2026 season boasts one of the most intriguing pairings in European football: Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush. While the Norwegian striker needs no introduction following another prolific campaign in 2024/2025, the Egyptian forward has emerged as a rising tactical wildcard after joining Man City...

After a season that fell short of their usual dominance, Manchester City approached the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a refreshed outlook, both on the pitch and in the coaching setup. The club reinforced their squad with several additions, most notably Rayan Cherki from Olympique Lyonnais, Rayan Aït-Nouri from...

After finishing runners-up in 1989/1990 and 2015/2016, Crystal Palace won the 2024/2025 FA Cup. This is the first major trophy in the South London club’s history, with Palace having previously had just two second-tier titles and a third-tier title in their honours list. The FA Cup trophy will now take...

The art of build-up under pressure is a fundamental aspect of modern football, especially for teams facing aggressive, high-pressing opponents. More than just a method to progress the ball, it represents a philosophy of play that transforms defensive risk into attacking opportunity. In this analysis, we’ll explore how top teams create structures, support...

Liverpool will almost certainly be in next season’s UEFA Champions League mix (with only mathematics preventing that from being a definite) and look highly likely to be joined by Arsenal. However, the race to secure the final two guaranteed places (and potentially any additional spots, should England maintain its strong...

Eintracht Frankfurt have had an outstanding first half of the season, finishing the first round in third place in the Bundesliga. The team has consistently created goal-scoring opportunities through effective transition play. In particular, the two pacey forwards, Omar Marmoush and Hugo Ekitiké, benefited from this style of play. The large spaces created...

As Bayer Leverkusen prepare to host Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday, October 19, 2025, all eyes will be on this exciting clash between two of the Bundesliga's most entertaining and dynamic teams and coaches, as we will see in this tactical analysis. In this analysis, we will discover that Xabi Alonso's defending champions, Leverkusen, have looked...

The upcoming Bundesliga clash between Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayern Munich promises to be a captivating encounter between two of the league’s top-performing teams, as we will see in this tactical analysis. Harry Kane and Omar Marmoush will square off in a match between two of the top scorers in the Bundesliga...

As Eintracht Frankfurt prepares for the 2024/2025 season, the club finds itself in a state of renewal and transformation. The summer has been particularly eventful, featuring significant changes both on and off the pitch. A new assistant coaching staff has been brought in to steer the team alongside head coach...

Eintracht Frankfurt finished the season sixth in the Bundesliga, qualifying for the UEFA Europa League group stage. With moderate stats, they scored 51 goals and conceded 50, with a one-goal difference. Their top scorer and best playmaker was Omar Marmoush, who scored 12 in the league while having the most...

A couple of months ago, I analysed Rodrigo Zalazar of St. Pauli, an exciting, young, and dynamic central-midfielder on loan from Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt. Now, I am looking at his teammate, also on loan from a Bundesliga club, this time a player vying from north Germany rather than the...