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5 hours ago

Bitesize Prediction: Alfreton Town vs Southport - 16/12/25 - Soccer News

Getting December underway with a 2-1 loss against Cursor Ashton, Alfreton have also shown some extended defensive issues. With their recent rut underlined by a frantic 6-2 drumming against Merthyr Town on November 22nd, Tuesday's hosts have registered just two clean sheets from any of their previous 13 showdowns across all fronts - a run that stems all the way back to September 20th.
Soccer (FIFA)
#nfl
fromBoston.com
5 hours ago
National Football League

Josh Allen, Bills aren't ready to give up the AFC East quite yet, and can the Patriots make the necessary corrections in Round 3?

Patriots squandered multiple leads and lost 35-31 to the Bills, exposing defensive flaws despite earlier strong play; team remains 11-3 and AFC East leader.
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 months ago
National Football League

NFL: One Takeaway For Each Team From Week Three Of The 2025-26 Season

Several NFL teams show critical coaching and defensive failures that threaten postseason prospects and prompt potential staff changes.
fromBoston.com
5 hours ago
National Football League

Josh Allen, Bills aren't ready to give up the AFC East quite yet, and can the Patriots make the necessary corrections in Round 3?

#bayern-munich
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal after escaping with late win vs. Wolves

"[The mood in the dressing room] is relief but with a very clear understanding that the margins should have been bigger," Arteta told reporters. "After not being precise enough in the first half with the amount of situations that we generated inside the opposition box and we didn't pick the right colour of shirt, we had to improve in the second half.
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Golden State Warriors
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

Curry wows with 39 in return, but Dubs stumble

Stephen Curry returned to score 39, but defensive lapses and offensive inefficiency resulted in a 127-120 loss, dropping the Warriors to 13-13.
National Hockey League
fromBlue Seat Blogs
4 days ago

The Rangers sent the wrong message in horrid loss to Chicago - Blue Seat Blogs

Rangers are inconsistent, with an aging, expensive core, defensive struggles against speed, and insufficient prospects to replace top scorers.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
4 days ago

Gordon questions Newcastles mentality after Leverkusen fight back - Soccer News

Newcastle United repeatedly lose late leads because of defensive lapses and lacking mentality; Anthony Gordon scored and assisted against Bayer Leverkusen.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
5 days ago

Cubarsi, Joan Garcia react after Barcelona 2-1 Eintracht Frankfurt - 'We still have to improve' | Barca Universal

Pau Cubarsi praised team character after a 2-1 comeback win but urged reducing early lapses and prioritizing clean sheets.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
6 days ago

Bournemouth midfielder Scott keen to end winless Premier League run - Soccer News

Bournemouth must maintain squad unity and fix defensive issues to break a six-game winless run and return to form.
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fromSoccer News
6 days ago

Brugge sack Hayen ahead of Champions League clash with Arsenal - Soccer News

Club Brugge sacked manager Nicky Hayen and appointed Ivan Leko two days before their Champions League match against Arsenal.
fromBavarian Football Works
1 week ago

Three Observations from Vancouver Whitecaps' 3-1 loss to Inter Miami in the MLS Cup Final

In the few months he has been there, Thomas Müller transformed a team with mere raw potential into a team with the grit to win trophies. Having won the Canadian Championship and the Western Conference, the only trophy left was the MLS Cup Final against Eastern Conference champions Inter Miami. David Beckham's Miami though defeated by the Caps twice this season played with their entire being and won the game 3-1. Here are the observations from the game.
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AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 week ago

Baroni discusses Torino's recent struggles and previews game against 'great' Milan

Torino must eliminate lapses of concentration and improve in the final meters to recover form and stabilize defensive record (-11).
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Pep Guardiola on Rodri's Man City absence: 'desperately' want him back

Another level. If Rodri came on for the last 20 minutes against Fulham, put right in the middle, do you know the effect? Just his presence, not even touching the ball? The other 10 players feel safe, better. They play better even if he doesn't touch the ball. Just the fact that he is there. And for one year and a half we didn't have it.
Manchester City
#manchester-united
#liverpool
#fc-barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona legend warns Hansi Flick over team's defensive woes - 'Cannot continue like this' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona legend warns Hansi Flick over team's defensive woes - 'Cannot continue like this' | Barca Universal

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Kurtenbach: The Warriors' joy is gone, and Steph Curry might be, too

The Warriors used to be the greatest show on hardwood. Night after night, they were doing a genre-pushing, never-before-seen live improv set a blur of movement and mouthguard chewing and some of the most ridiculous and beautiful basketball that went beyond the realm of even your wildest imaginations. Man, were they fun. But that is not a word I would use to describe this year's Warriors. No, these Warriors are doing something laboriously, painfully joyless. What a slog.
Golden State Warriors
#barcelona
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 weeks ago

Tottenham: Frank praises 'soul and character' of his players and tips PSG hero for Ballon d'Or

Tottenham showed fight, bravery and attacking promise but defensive lapses allowed Vitinha's hat-trick and PSG to win 5-3 at Parc des Princes.
fromBarca Blaugranes
2 weeks ago

Chelsea vs Barcelona, Champions League: Preview

Following a dominant win over Athletic Club on their historic return to Camp Nou at the weekend, Barcelona travel to London for a massive European night as they face reigning Club World Cup champions Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in Matchday 5 of the league phase of this season's Champions League on Tuesday night. Barça come into this one knowing anything but a victory will all but end any realistic chance of them finishing in the Top 8 and securing automatic qualification for the Round of 16.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Will County find a way to climb in Championship?

Unlike his misfiring side, when Tony Docherty took aim last weekend he did not miss. "An unacceptable level of performance," he said. "I have always come out and defended the players. I can't defend that." The Ross County manager took no prisoners after his side lost 3-0 at home to Greenock Morton. To be fair to the Staggies' strikers, the Dingwall side are ranked sixth when it comes to goals scored in the Championship.
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fromSoccer News
3 weeks ago

Bitesize Prediction: Rodez vs Dunkerque - 21/11/25 - Soccer News

Despite securing a much-welcomed 2-1 victory against Annecy last month, Le RAF have lost each of their other three Ligue 2 appearances and they have shown some worrying defensive issues. Including another 2-1 loss agains Amiens on October 25th, Rodez have failed to muster a single clean sheet from any of their previous 10 consecutive appearances across all competitions - a run that stems all the way back to September 12th.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Can Eintracht keep exceeding expectations without Ekitike, Marmoush?

Eintracht have placed the emphasis on keeping the opposition quiet in their past two competitive games, and with good reason after suddenly becoming one of the most porous teams defensively in the Bundesliga, and that concerning pattern extending into the UEFA Champions League. Three conceded at Bayer Leverkusen started the unwanted trend and it worsened with four against both Union Berlin and Borussia Mönchengladbach and then five Gegentore against both Atlético Madrid and Liverpool on the continental front
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fromSoccer News
4 weeks ago

Bitesize Prediction: Real Zaragoza vs Huesca - 16/11/25 - Soccer News

Starting with the hosts, while Real Zaragoza might have dragged themselves over the finishing line last season as they clung to their Segunda status, Los Manos have an almighty battle on their hands. Getting this weekend's fixtures underway sat rock-bottom of the table, Ruben Selles' new squad have continued to show a string of glaring issues. Only putting six points on the board from any of their first 13 Segunda appearances, the former Sheffield United boss has a huge amount of pressure on his shoulders.
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fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Carragher criticises Liverpool's Salah tactic

You need every player to work and I think this season teams have targeted [Liverpool] down the right, Salah doesn't run back, there's an obvious concern for Liverpool down there because he's not getting back and not having the consistency of a right back playing every game. I think teams are targeting down that side. [Manchester] City done it and I felt sorry for Bradley, he needed help.
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fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Prediction: Armenia vs Hungary - Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts - Soccer News

Hungary can clinch second in Group F; defensively fragile Armenia, conceding many goals and missing key players, will host Hungary.
#bundesliga
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'We can't say we are unlucky' - Stephan

Queens Park Rangers must be more clinical in attack and stricter in defensive principles to end a three-match losing streak.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 month ago

It was men against boys - Wenger not impressed with Barcelona after Clasico defeat

Real Madrid outplayed Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu, winning 2-1 while dominating physically, creating many chances and exposing Barca's defensive and attacking weaknesses.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fulham cruise past Wolves to end losing run and turn up heat on Vitor Pereira

Wolves have gone 189 days without a Premier League win, losing again amid defensive frailties and rising fan anger toward manager Vitor Pereira.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month ago

Jordan Lawlar Taking Center Field Reps In Winter Ball

Lawlar's defense was a significant issue late this year. The Diamondbacks finally opened everyday playing time for him at third base with the Eugenio Suárez deadline deal. Lawlar was on the minor league injured list for a couple weeks but was recalled at the end of August. His third base audition didn't last long. Lawlar committed four errors in 76 innings, two apiece on September 7 and 14.
Major League Baseball
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Why Thelin can't cover up 'embarrassing' Aberdeen loss

Aberdeen lost 6-0 to AEK Athens, revealing defensive frailties, poor possession and passing, and leaving the club bottom of the Conference League table.
fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Bitesize Prediction: Al-Riyadh vs Al-Kholood - 23/10/25 - Soccer News

Last seen putting in another nightmare performance as they fell to a 4-1 defeat against Al-Khaleej, Thursday's hosts have lost three of their previous four Pro League appearances. Heading into October's international break with a dramatic 3-2 loss at home against Neom, Al-Riyadh have continued to show some glaring defensive issues. Including a 5-1 drumming against Al-Nassr last month, Calleja's downbeat squad have already shipped 15 goals in their opening six Pro League matchups.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Dyche urges Forest players to win back fans

Sean Dyche intends to reconnect Nottingham Forest with supporters by improving performances, restoring defensive solidity, and balancing attacking freedom with a strong organised base.
Boston Bruins
fromBoston Herald
1 month ago

Rebuilding Bruins must tighten up to have any success

Bruins scored eight goals across two games but lost both due to defensive structural failures and playing the opponents' style instead of their own.
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Sutton United vs Farnham Town - 14/10/25 - Soccer News

Extending on their FA Cup qualifying adventure earlier in the month as they secured an action-packed 4-2 victory away at Chichester, the mood in Paul Johnson's camp should be at a red-hot high. Despite only making their Southern League Premier Division return this season, the Town have come flying out of the traps. Including a 3-0 romp against Dorchester on September 27th, Tuesday's guests are remarkably unbeaten in all of their first 14 appearances across all competitions.
Soccer (FIFA)
Los Angeles
fromThe Hockey Writers
2 months ago

Kings Takeaways: "Found a Way" In 6-5 Shootout Win Over Golden Knights - The Hockey Writers Los Angeles Kings Latest News, Analysis & More

Los Angeles Kings rallied from a late two-goal deficit to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 6-5 in a shootout, earning their first win of the season.
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Prediction: Amazonas vs Criciuma - Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts - Soccer News

Starting with the hosts, only making their Serie B return this season, it is no secret that Amazonas' sole priority has been on maintaining their second-tier status this time around. However, getting Wednesday's showdown underway sat in the drop zone and five points adrift of safety, Marcio Zanardi's side have an almighty challenge on their hands over the final six weeks.
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fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Slovan Bratislava vs Strasbourg - 02/10/25 - Soccer News

Starting with the hosts, making real history last season as they stormed their way to a record-breaking seventh consecutive domestic crown, Slovan Bratislava have only continued on from where they left off to the summer break. Last seen extended in their stellar start to proceedings as they secured a 2-1 victory away at Trencin, Vladimir Weiss' men have once again skyrocketed their way to the top of the First League standings.
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fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Prediction: Paris FC vs Lorient - Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts - Soccer News

Starting with the hosts, only making their Ligue 1 debut this season, it is no secret that Paris' sole focus is on maintaining their top-flight status this time around. Despite getting the 2025/26 campaign underway with consecutive defeats, Stephane Gilli's side have shown some signs of improvement on either side of September's international break. Marking their return from the fortnight interval with a 2-1 victory away at Brest,
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Pressure points up for grabs as out-of-form Genk come to Ibrox

Genk under Thorsten Fink struggles defensively, has underperformed early in the season, sits 14th with no clean sheets and lost key scorer Arokodare.
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 months ago

Konsa claims Emery right to call Aston Villa players lazy

Yeah, it's a fair comment. I think everyone has seen the picture, seen the goal. Here we pride ourselves in trying to play a high line, it is something the boss has instilled since he first came. We didn't quite get it right. Things have not been good for us so far this season. But there are blips in the season and we are going through that now. Hopefully we can move on.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Eastleigh vs Southend United - 24/09/25 - Soccer News

Both teams likely to score as Eastleigh's defensive issues and Southend's attacking consistency suggest an open, goal-prone matchup at Silverlake.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Wrexham vs Reading - 23/09/25 - Soccer News

Both Wrexham and Reading exhibit defensive vulnerabilities that make goals likely in both halves of the upcoming EFL Cup match.
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fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Simeone shrugs off pressure, but knows Atletico need a win - Soccer News

Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid future hinges on results amid a poor start, defensive fragility and just one win, though key players are returning from injury.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Van Hecke own goal completes Tottenham fightback as Brighton blow two-goal lead

Tottenham displayed persistent defensive weaknesses under Thomas Frank, conceding early to Brighton and relying on a late comeback to avoid defeat.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
2 months ago

West Ham United make Graham Potter sack decision amid continuous struggles

West Ham's board will not sack Graham Potter yet despite poor results and fan unrest, believing it is too early for a drastic change.
#wrexham
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'Stick together' - but will Potter get more time at West Ham?

For the second successive home game at London Stadium, West Ham have finished with many of their fans having left long before the final whistle. A 3-0 loss to Tottenham on Saturday was greeted by boos from those still inside the ground at full-time. Two defeats, eight goals conceded and just the solitary goal scored on home soil makes for miserable reading for manager Graham Potter that is only going to increase the pressure he is under.
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fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Shanghai Port vs Yunnan Yukun - 12/09/25 - Soccer News

Shanghai Port are heavy favorites to beat struggling Yunnan Yukun, aiming to reclaim the Super League top spot while Yunnan suffer defensive problems.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Workington AFC vs FC United - 09/09/25 - Soccer News

FC United lead the NPL Premier Division and travel to struggling Workington, who sit in the relegation zone with ongoing defensive issues.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBavarian Football Works
3 months ago

Match Awards from Germany's 3-1 win vs. Northern Ireland in World Cup Qualifying

Germany relied on impactful substitutes to overcome defensive shortcomings and a lack of a clinical striker, while Isaac Price exposed finishing issues despite Waldemar Anton's aerial reliability.
fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Potters Bar Town vs St. Albans City - 08/09/25 - Soccer News

However, despite landing an eye-catching 3-1 victory outside of Hertfordshire on Saturday afternoon, the Scholars have once again drastically failed to find any kind of stability since opening up the 2025/26 campaign. Watching their FA Cup qualifying adventure come to an end earlier in the month as they eventually fell to a 2-0 loss at the hands of Hitchin, Max Mitchell's side have mustered just a single win from any of their first eight appearances across all competitions.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

U.S. loss to South Korea another misstep with World Cup prep time running out

United States men's national team lost 2-0 to South Korea due to defensive disorganization despite creating chances and public optimism.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
3 months ago

Bitesize Prediction: Lincoln City vs Notts County - 02/09/25 - Soccer News

Both Lincoln City and Notts County combine attacking form with defensive fragility, making goals likely at both ends.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
3 months ago

John Aldridge: Liverpool have a big problem that needs to be solved with a new signing

Liverpool urgently need to sign Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi before the transfer deadline to shore up defensive problems while Palace remain reluctant to sell.
fromwww.caughtoffside.com
3 months ago

Gary Neville slams one particular Leeds United player

Teams that come up from the Championship will not be able to play out the back against Arsenal. They're one of the best defensive and pressing sides in the league! The goalkeeper had two or three warnings. Gyokeres just has to settle himself down. Maybe he's reaching but he should do a lot better. That should be the final warning for Leeds, it's ridiculous.
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