Set-Piece Analysis
Arsenal ended the Premier League Gameweek 34 with positive news. Although their position at the top may still be temporary, the victory over Newcastle United moved the Gunners back into sole first place, with Manchester City three points behind and still with a game in hand. The significance of the
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Match Analysis
Paris Saint-Germain hosted Bayern Munich for the first leg of the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League semi-final at Parc des Princes. Widely gaining popularity as one of the most entertaining games in football history, this fixture had it all, with the hosts edging past their competitors with a
Tactical Analysis
Fabio Grosso's most notable early managerial success came with Frosinone, where he guided the club to Serie A promotion in the 2021/2022 season. Despite this achievement, he departed before leading the side in the top flight, leaving an element of unfinished business in his tenure there. In
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
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Match Analysis
AC Milan and Juventus is a clash between two of Italy's big three clubs, and probably the friendliest of the ties (Milan and Juventus both consider Inter Milan as much more of a rival). Yet, this one had a lot at stake. Cesc Fàbregas' Como and Gian
Tactical Theory
As we have seen with many of Europe's top teams this season, attacking wingers can often be the difference-makers in close matches. With many teams defending deep, inside their own defensive third, and crowding out the central areas, having a player who can go by a full-
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Match Analysis
Bologna hosted AS Roma at the Renato Dall'Ara Stadium in Gameweek 34 of Serie A 2025/2026. The match ended in a decisive win for I Giallorossi, putting them only three points behind Juventus, who are holding fourth spot. This win comes at a delicate time, following Roma&
Data Analysis
The Premier League has increasingly trended towards a more conservative and risk-averse tactical landscape, where structural control is prioritised over attacking spontaneity. This evolution is closely linked to the growing influence of Mikel Arteta and his 2025/2026 Arsenal side. After falling short in multiple competitions in previous seasons,
Head Coach Analysis
The recent trajectory of Levante UD in the 2025/2026 La Liga campaign suggests a team that has finally come to terms with the grim reality of a relegation battle. After months of porous defensive displays and an identity crisis that saw them languishing in the bottom two, Granotas have
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
Set-Piece Analysis
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, all national teams are preparing thoroughly by exploiting every detail they can use as an edge over their opponents. Set-pieces are a decisive part of the game, which can decide big tournaments. They have become so important that the idea of having
Team Analysis
The Premier League, EFL Cup, and FA Cup have all slipped out of their fingers. For Arsenal, this season looked like it was full of potential silverware, but now the Gunners, after a bad run of form, could end up with nothing. Arsenal are coming off a potential title-defining