TACTICAL ANALYSIS
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Our tactical analysis breaks down how elite teams and managers approach the game, from pressing systems and defensive structures to build-up play and in-possession principles. Every piece is written with coaches in mind, giving you the detail and context to take what you see on the pitch and apply it in training.
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World Cup Analysis - Spain's Simple Out-Of-Possession Strategy
With no goals conceded in the World Cup so far, we look at Spain's out-of-possession strategy and focus on the high press, the mid-block and Rodri's role.
World Cup Analysis - England Through - Pressing Problems In A Kane Masterclass
Tactical analysis on England vs. DR Congo and how England's press was not right along with the solutions.
World Cup Analysis - Japan 1-2 Brazil Tactical Analysis: How Ancelotti's Switch Won The Game
Japan 1-2 Brazil tactical breakdown. How Ancelotti's second-half switch and Brazil's wide overload undid Japan's compact 3-4-3.
Andoni Iraola Tactical Analysis: Can His Style Scale To Elite Football?
Can Andoni Iraola’s high-intensity football scale to a title-winning team? A tactical analysis of his game model.
Tuchel's Tweaks and How They Led to England's Domination
A tactical breakdown of how England's pressing structure and Declan Rice's positioning transformed their performance againt Croatia.
World Cup Analysis - Netherlands Vs. Japan
Tactical analysis of Netherlands vs Japan, breaking down build-up play, pressing structures, attacking patterns and key tactical battles.
The Impossible Trade-Off. Why Arsenal Couldn't Control PSG
Tactical analysis of the Champions League Final and the problems that PSG caused Arsenal before winning the game in the penalty shootout. Coming soon.
The Tunnel - How Did Arsenal Get Over The Line?
Analysis of how Arteta shifted tactics to help Arsenal get over the line in the Premier League and into the Champions League Final.
Bringing Out The Best Of Bruno Fernandes
A tactical discussion on the Michael Carrick tactics that are bringing out the best in his captain, Bruno Fernandes.
PSG v Bayern Preview - Champions League Semi-Final - The Battle In Wide Areas
In this class, we focus on the Champions League semi-final between PSG and Bayern Munich.
With both teams adopting similar fluid systems, we examine the key areas where the game can be won or lost.
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