The act of receiving the ball to feet has become almost second nature. From grassroots football to the professional elite, this pass-to-feet dynamic has evolved into the base unit of build-up play. In this tactical analysis, we will examine how this stylistic evolution is reshaping attacking behaviour across modern systems....
VfB Stuttgart have made an important move in the winter transfer window. It's not about buying new players or selling off deadwood. It is about the decision to extend Angelo Stiller's contract until 2028. It's no secret that Stiller, who's recently been linked to Liverpool, is a key player for...
Since Dani Carvajal's injury against Villarreal, Real Madrid has struggled with their squad and tactics. Combined with David Alaba's injury, Carajal is yet another crucial defensive line player who is injured. Although Madrid signed Kylian Mbappé and Endrick last summer, Carlo Ancelotti’s main problems relate to his build-up and defensive...
Since Dani Carvajal's injury against Villarreal, Real Madrid has struggled with their squad and tactics. Combined with David Alaba's injury, Carajal is yet another crucial defensive line player who is injured. Although they signed Kylian Mbappé and Endrick last summer, Carlo Ancelotti’s main problems relate to his build-up and defensive...
In modern football, the defensive midfielder's role has evolved into one of the most tactically pivotal positions on the pitch. Whether protecting the backline, orchestrating attacks, or helping their team advance, defensive midfielders encompass a range of archetypes, each bringing a unique style of play. This tactical analysis delves into...
In modern football, the role of the defensive midfielder has evolved into one of the most tactically pivotal positions on the pitch. Whether protecting the backline, orchestrating attacks, or helping their team advance, defensive midfielders encompass a range of archetypes, each bringing a unique style of play. This tactical analysis...
Real Madrid have been no strangers to periods of transition over the past few years, with manager Carlo Ancelotti tactics reflecting on his side’s ability to display multiple footballing identities in order to continue their excellent footballing achievements. This was evident even as recently as the last campaign, with the...
For the 2024/25 Premier League season, İlkay Gündoğan has made a return to Manchester City, bringing his quality and intelligence both in the build-up phase and by making attacking runs to create opportunities for his teammates. With Rodri out for the season due to an ACL injury, Gündoğan is expected to...
Real Madrid began the new season against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-0 victory on a joyous night for their fans, marked by Kylian Mbappé scoring his first goal for Real Madrid. That happiness did not last long, as Real Madrid drew in two of their first...
As Germany prepares to host UEFA Euro 2024, the nation stands on the precipice of a tournament marked by both historical prestige and immense pressure. The German national team, with a storied legacy that includes four World Cup titles, one Confederations Cup triumph, and three European Championship victories, is once...
The highly anticipated UEFA Champions League 2021/2022 final saw two of the best teams in the world go up against each other. In the end, Real Madrid gained the edge in a very tight battle, winning their 14th Champions League title. The former AC Milan and Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti...
Ajax wouldn’t be Ajax if not for how well their academy is set up. It wouldn’t be possible for the team to end up Eredivisie champions year after year if not for the amount of talent they constantly keep producing to fill in the shoes of players who move out...
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...
The 2018/19 campaign was one to forget for Real Madrid. With a La Liga title race almost over by October and humiliation bringing their European dominance to an end, sights have been set on this campaign by most even before Christmas. Embarking on a new season in 2019/20, there were...
