Category: Tactical Theory

Analysis

TFA Podcast: The tactical evolution of defenders in the post-Pep Guardiola era

In this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by Rangers Academy analyst Caio Miguel as the pair discuss…

April 17, 2026

Premier League

Premier League 20/21: Breaking down the ball progression principles used by Liverpool

It may seem like odd timing to write a piece on Liverpool now given that in their last match they capitulated so…

April 17, 2026

4-4-2 Formation

4-4-2 Formation Booming In La Liga 2019/20: Why It Became Spanish League´s Favorite System – Tactical Analysis

For the first time in many years, 4-4-2 has returned as La Liga‘s formation of choice in 2019/20. After years of domination…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Video: How To Practice Jürgen Klopp’s Gegenpressing – Training Analysis

This short video includes drills, small-sided games, and rondos with a focus on Gegenpressing. All drills in our analysis help practice Gegenpressing principles and tactics,…

April 17, 2026

Tactical Theory

Video: Half-Spaces in football | How to use the half-spaces to progress the ball – tactical analysis

In this tactics video, we are going to explain how the half-spaces in football can be manipulated to progress the ball using…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

TFA Podcast: Are formations becoming irrelevant in tactical analysis?

On this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by TFA Analyst Caio Miguel and TFA Recruitment Analyst Bryant…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

TFA Podcast: Why are consistent defensive contributions so difficult?

On this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by Velez CF opposition analyst and TFA tactical writer Coach…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

TFA Podcast: How to tactically analyse games of football

On this episode of the TFA Podcast, host Adam Scully is joined by Bryant Marques and Caio Miguel to discuss and debate…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Video: How To Use A Deep Pivot Like Thiago Alcantara & Granit Xhaka – Tactical Analysis

In this video analysis, we will take a closer look at the pivot position in football. Our tactical analysis will look at…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Video: Attacking With Inverted Wingers Explained – Tactical Analysis

In this video analysis, we explain the tactics behind attacking with inverted wingers in football and therefore use in-game scenarios from inverted…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Hansi Flick Tactics At Bayern Munich 2019/2020 – Tactical Analysis

After sacking head coach Niko Kovac, Bayern Munich promoted their assistant coach Hansi Flick to the head coach position. And after remarkable…

April 17, 2026

Analysis

Axel Witsel Scout Report At Borussia Dortmund 2018/2019: The Key To Lucien Favre’s Transition – Player Analysis

Lucien Favre’s return to the Bundesliga has been nothing short of a revelation. His team are playing a dynamic, exciting and progressive…

April 17, 2026

3-4-2-1 Formation

Using Wingers In Central Roles: Crystal Palace, Liverpool & PSG Tactics 2024/2025 – Tactical Theory

Football is an ever-changing sport, with no two seasons ever being the same, and the game constantly evolving. As each year passes,…

April 17, 2026

3-4-3 Formation

Defence-First Tactics To Avoid Relegation Like Alexander Blessin’s St. Pauli & José Bordalás’s Getafe 2024/2025 – Tactical Theory

Sir Alex Ferguson once said, ‘Attack wins games, defence wins titles’. However, for coaches like Alexander Blessin and José Bordalás, who are…

April 17, 2026

3-2-2-3 Formation

Pep Guardiola Tactics At Manchester City – How He Builds-Up Man City In A 3-2-2-3 Formation

Pep Guardiola Coaching Philosophy High performance does not come from boasting or comparing oneself to others; it’s about being your best self…

February 27, 2026

Analysis

Intro To Constraints Led Coaching – Tactical Theory

The constraints-led approach to training design has steadily gained traction within the coaching realm in recent years. This approach is a core…

February 17, 2026

5-4-1 Formation

How To Successfully Beat Or Break Down A Low Block In Football – Tactical Theory

Breaking down a low block is something that top sides around the globe can face on a weekly basis. The reason opponents…

February 11, 2026

Analysis

What Is La Pausa In Football & Why This Spanish Passing Style Is So Effective

La Pausa Meaning ‘La Pausa’ is a term commonly used in football. La Pausa literally means ‘The Pause’ and describes a player’s…

December 6, 2025

Analysis

The Benefits Of Negative Passing – Tactical Theory

The ultimate goal in football is quite simple – to win the game by scoring goals. However you turn it, you always…

December 3, 2025

Analysis

Tactical Analysis: Using NFL Plays To Improve Set-Pieces In Football (Part 2)

This month, I have finally gotten around to writing part two of my previous analysis on the transferable elements between American football and…

November 15, 2025