Phillip le Roux has a strong passion for both business and the beautiful game. His competitive nature led him to Fantasy Premier League, where he shares data-driven insights to help managers gain an edge.
Tactical Theory
Whether playing against a high press or a low block, the centre-back's role is key in the build-up phase and breaking the first line of pressure. Playing out from the back involves much more than simply being comfortable on the ball. The modern centre-back must be equipped in
Tactical Analysis
There are many highly effective principles for attacking opposing defences in the final third; two of these principles are the overlap and underlap. These two principles are among the most important weapons used by full-backs or, occasionally, centre-backs. Teams aim to exploit the width of the pitch to attack their
Tactical Theory
What's The Best Striker System? The choice between a two-striker system and one with a central forward supported by two wide attackers represents one of a coach's most significant tactical decisions. Each approach offers advantages and presents challenges, profoundly influencing offensive dynamics, defensive structure, and the
Tactical Theory
The role of full-backs playing in a back four can be one of, if not the most, tactically fluid positions on the pitch. Even within the same football formation, across any league on any given matchday, you will see full-backs being asked to take up various positions on the field
Tactical Theory
Having players quickly react to a loss of possession is an issue that can plague even teams at the highest level in the game. When coaching this aspect of the game, it is often useful to constantly have transition moments throughout other sessions. Defensive transition can be a sub-focus in
Tactical Theory
Much has been written about the benefits of making runs in behind the last line of defence, with most of this directed at attackers or players on the last line of defence. This is a perpetual action for these players, and regardless of whether or not they always receive the
Fantasy Premier League
Gameweek 35 of Fantasy Premier League gets underway tomorrow, and with the Premier League season entering its final stretch, managers will be focused on finishing strong by staying on top of the latest news and key statistics. In this article, we highlight the player attracting a surge of transfers ahead
Tactical Theory
This tactical analysis presents a set of practices designed to enhance a team's ability to defend effectively in wide areas. This session will initially focus on how we should approach defending the width of the pitch using our full-backs and wingers working in tandem. It will provide plenty
Tactical Theory
What Is The 3-5-2 Formation? The 3-5-2 formation can enable efficient possession-based build-up play while offering effective long-ball solutions. Having three centre-backs can make switching the point of attack easier and allow the centre-backs to escape and break the first line of opposition pressure. Especially when playing against a back
Tactical Theory
Crosses are among the most frequently used concepts for chance creation in football. They pose a real issue for many defensive departments. Therefore, in the following tactical analysis, we will examine the crosses from various Bundesliga matches and discuss principles for successfully defending crosses. To do so, this tactical analysis
Albert Riera Style Of Play
Building out from the back via goal kicks is so commonplace in the modern game that it is hard to remember that, until relatively recently, this was regarded as a very high-risk strategy. The sight of teams playing across their six-yard box would often be greeted with groans from the
Fantasy Premier League
The final run-in of the Fantasy Premier League season has begun, with only five gameweeks remaining between now and the end of the campaign. FPL managers will know that a lot can happen in five FPL gameweeks, and everyone will be looking to make smart, informed decisions in the coming