With teams often electing to press high in the opposition's defensive third, having a goalkeeper with long distribution who can put the ball accurately behind the opposition's backline can cause all sorts of problems for opposing teams. With clever positioning and complementary movements by forward players, long kicks from the...
Back in June, the football world was rocked by the shocking news that one of France's most prestigious clubs, Olympique Lyonnais, had been provisionally relegated to Ligue 2. The DNCG made this ruling as a result of extreme financial mismanagement, which had led to debts exceeding €500 million. Fortunately, however,...
Recently, set-pieces have become a crucial aspect of the game at any level of football, so many innovative tricks have been implemented. One of the most crucial steps in new-style corners is blocking goalkeepers to prevent them from claiming the ball, especially when the targeted area is inside the six-yard...
The opening three gameweeks of the Premier League delivered some fascinating fixtures, one of which took place at St. James’ Park as Newcastle United hosted Liverpool in one of the highlights of the season so far. The reigning champions secured a hard-fought victory in the dying moments. However, the home...
Newcastle United have had a tumultuous summer in the summer transfer market. Star striker Alexander Isak has been desperately pushing for a move, and incoming signings have been far from smooth sailing. Despite the impressive acquisitions of Aaron Ramsdale, Malik Thiaw, Jacob Ramsey, and Anthony Elanga, the Magpies have faced...
The Premier League witnessed one of the most entertaining games of the season so far, with Liverpool securing a crucial last-minute win against Newcastle United at St. James Park after a continuous chase that lasted throughout the game and deep into stoppage time. Liverpool secured their second win of the...
After lifting the 2024/2025 Premier League title, Liverpool entered the summer transfer window with an unmistakable sense of ambition. Under new tactical leadership, the Reds were not merely content to defend their crown; they were intent on refining and reinforcing their squad to maintain both domestic and European dominance. This...
Very few footballing nations can claim a defensive lineage as rich as Italy. From Paolo Maldini's elegance to Fabio Cannavaro's grit to Franco Baresi's authority, Italian defending has long been an art form. Now, a new name is beginning to echo through the corridors of calcio tradition. That name is Parma's 18-year-old sensation: Giovanni Leoni....
In elite football, the difference between an average touch and a game-changing action often lies in what happens before the ball arrives. Modern midfielders are not just distributors. They are interpreters of time and space, constantly scanning their environment and adjusting their body shape to play at the highest possible...
As the dust settles on the 2024/2025 Premier League season, the focus naturally shifts toward the lessons learned and what they might mean heading into the 2025/2026 EPL campaign. While headlines often revolve around goal scorers and playmakers, the foundation of any successful side remains defensive structure. In a fast-paced...
Rio Ngumoha is a 16-year-old sensation who is on the verge of signing his first-ever professional contract with Liverpool in the coming months. The Reds kicked off their pre-season campaign with a 3-1 victory over EFL Championship side Preston North End, with a starring performance on the left wing from...
After ending Manchester City's Premier League title-winning streak by finishing as EPL Champions in the 2024/2025 season, Liverpool will look to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. Winning the league title in his debut season was a milestone for Arne Slot; however, the champions fell short in the UEFA Champions...
So far, this summer transfer period has not been too kind to Bayern Munich. The German giants have been trying to sign another option for their attacking line for weeks, but with Florian Wirtz joining Liverpool and Nico Williams deciding to stay at Athletic Bilbao, their operation has been disappointing....
Uruguayan striker Darwin Núñez is currently linked with a move from Liverpool to Napoli. Both teams have been in contact and are reportedly very close to reaching a final agreement on the transfer fee. If this deal goes through, Antonio Conte will have a remarkable squad reinforcement that will help...
With Jarell Quansah's departure to Bayer Leverkusen and Ibrahima Konaté's uncertain signing of a new contract, Liverpool may be short of centre-backs within 12 months. With these concerns, the media has begun discussing the potential addition of Marc Guéhi to the defensive ranks. Crystal Palace rejected bids from Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur...
What is Zone 14 In Football? In football, the pitch is divided into several zones in various ways. For this following tactical analysis, we will use the following division and definition for Zone 14: “On a pitch divided into a six-by-three grid with a central strip as wide as the...
Last Friday, Liverpool broke the British record transfer fee by signing one of the most exciting players of this generation, the German attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen, for £100m with potential add-ons totalling £16m, which would bring the total to £116m. The current Premier League champions have been making...
In the modern era of football, the term 'overload' is typically applied to pressing or attacking actions. The term is essentially used to describe when a team creates an advantage, such as a numerical advantage, over the opposition in certain situations to achieve their goal. The objective may be different. In the context of...
Mohamed Salah has been the most prolific goalscorer and playmaker in the 2024/2025 Premier League season, with 29 goals and 18 assists in 38 matches while playing as a right-winger. This is five goals and six assists clear of the closest players, Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy, respectively. Liverpool have...
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson have revolutionised the full-back game within the Premier League. The pairing has defined an era for Liverpool, personifying the high-pressing, attacking style that former manager Jürgen Klopp adored. However, the time has now come for new pastures. Trent leaves for Real Madrid on a free...
