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#football-tactics

Ruben Amorim needs to be more flexible the best bosses are able to switch between formations' Former Manchester United defender voices concerns at manager's tactics

Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 system at Manchester United shows limited success, prompting calls for more tactical flexibility.

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5 days ago

Manchester United

Man United vs West Ham: 'I'm not coach because of the fame', says Amorim - and 'really loud' Cunha is 'opposite' of Mbeumo

Ruben Amorim needs to be more flexible the best bosses are able to switch between formations' Former Manchester United defender voices concerns at manager's tactics

Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3 system at Manchester United shows limited success, prompting calls for more tactical flexibility.

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fromIndependent

6 days ago

All-Ireland football final jury: The key questions answered ahead of crunch Donegal v Kerry clash

Donegal is expected to strengthen their left defense against David Clifford's movements.

Michael Murphy's aerial skills and positioning are crucial for Donegal's strategy in the upcoming decider.

#euro-2025

1 week ago

Women

Long balls, set pieces and brilliant Bronze: how England can improve against Italy

Women

Lauren James double ignites England's Euro campaign in thrashing of Netherlands

1 week ago

Women

Long balls, set pieces and brilliant Bronze: how England can improve against Italy

Women

Lauren James double ignites England's Euro campaign in thrashing of Netherlands

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'I don't know exactly which position Arne has in mind for Florian': Jurgen Klopp questions Liverpool's tinkering techniques

Florian Wirtz has immense expectations as Liverpool's record signing, with uncertainty surrounding his best role and playing position.

Soccer (FIFA)

fromESPN.com

Why PSG shouldn't dwell too much on Club World Cup rout by Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain's resilience led to a remarkable turnaround, turning a potential elimination into a historic treble and Champions League victory.

#ousmane-dembele

Soccer (FIFA)

PSG's Ousmane Dembele takes centre stage as football's chief late bloomer

Arsenal

Ousmane Dembele, last matinee idol in Paris, finally delivers on big stage | Jonathan Liew

Soccer (FIFA)

PSG's Ousmane Dembele takes centre stage as football's chief late bloomer

Arsenal

Ousmane Dembele, last matinee idol in Paris, finally delivers on big stage | Jonathan Liew

Soccer (FIFA)

Chelsea ready to upset PSG in 'chess match' final

Chelsea

Enzo Maresca has midfield puzzle to solve while Chelsea sweat it out in US

Chelsea

Sonia Bompastor highlights what Chelsea must do better despite FA Cup progression

fromESPN.com

Soccer (FIFA)

Chelsea ready to upset PSG in 'chess match' final

Chelsea

Enzo Maresca has midfield puzzle to solve while Chelsea sweat it out in US

Chelsea

Sonia Bompastor highlights what Chelsea must do better despite FA Cup progression

Courtois urges Real Madrid attackers to learn from PSG - Soccer News

Real Madrid must learn to improve their pressing game after losing 4-0 to PSG in the Club World Cup semi-final.

fromwww.espn.com

Crisis, what crisis? England thrash Netherlands at Euro 2025 - ESPN

England's tactical adjustments were evident as they replaced previous players and shifted formations, helping them achieve a dominant 4-0 victory against the Netherlands.

Women

#bayern-munich

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany not worried about winning possession battle vs. PSG in Club World Cup

Bayern Munich

Report: Florian Wirtz would take over attacking midfield position at Bayern Munich, Jamal Musiala would play wing

Bayern Munich

Five Observations from Bayern Munich's smooth 3-0 triumph over Mainz 05

Bayern Munich

Bavarian Podcast Works S7E38: Will Bayern Munich look a different side against Inter Milan?; A look back at the match against Borussia Dortmund; Will Thomas Muller start in the UEFA Champions League?; Some Bundesliga talk + MORE!

Bayern Munich

BFW Film Room: How Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich outplayed Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen off the ball

Bayern Munich's transformation under Vincent Kompany is evident through their tactical adjustments in crucial matches.

Bayern Munich

Bavarian Podcast Works - Postgame Show: Union Berlin 1-1 Bayern Munich (Bundesliga)

Bayern Munich's inconsistency against teams using low defensive blocks was highlighted in their disappointing 1-1 draw against Union Berlin.

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany not worried about winning possession battle vs. PSG in Club World Cup

Bayern Munich

Report: Florian Wirtz would take over attacking midfield position at Bayern Munich, Jamal Musiala would play wing

Bayern Munich

Five Observations from Bayern Munich's smooth 3-0 triumph over Mainz 05

Bayern Munich

Bavarian Podcast Works S7E38: Will Bayern Munich look a different side against Inter Milan?; A look back at the match against Borussia Dortmund; Will Thomas Muller start in the UEFA Champions League?; Some Bundesliga talk + MORE!

Bayern Munich

BFW Film Room: How Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich outplayed Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen off the ball

Bayern Munich

Bavarian Podcast Works - Postgame Show: Union Berlin 1-1 Bayern Munich (Bundesliga)

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#manchester-city

Manchester City

It was freedom, without pressure': Ait-Nouri delighted by Manchester City start

Manchester City

Phil Foden stars in Manchester City win over Wydad AC but Rico Lewis sees red

fromwww.nytimes.com

Has Pep Guardiola's style of football become outdated or is it more complicated than that?

Manchester City's struggles are linked to Rodri's injury and the potential obsolescence of Guardiola's playing style.

Manchester City

It was freedom, without pressure': Ait-Nouri delighted by Manchester City start

Manchester City

Phil Foden stars in Manchester City win over Wydad AC but Rico Lewis sees red

fromwww.nytimes.com

Has Pep Guardiola's style of football become outdated or is it more complicated than that?

Manchester City's struggles are linked to Rodri's injury and the potential obsolescence of Guardiola's playing style.

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Chivu: Inter must be more clinical in front of goal - Soccer News

Inter struggled with finishing in their 1-1 draw against Monterrey, despite being the more dominant team in terms of opportunity creation.

Three observations from Germany's 3-0 win over Slovenia at U-21 EUROs

Germany's U-21 squad shows potential to defend their EURO title with promising performances.

Nick Woltemade re-establishes himself as a vital striker with a stellar return.

Italy 2-0 Moldova: Spallettis swansong ends with comfortable victory - Soccer News

Italy's 2-0 victory over Moldova marked Luciano Spalletti's final match as head coach, allowing him to secure 12 wins in just 24 matches.

Juventus

#scottish-cup

Arsenal

Aberdeen end 35-year wait for Scottish Cup glory with shootout win over Celtic

Liverpool FC

Valakari relishes facing Livingston 'dark arts' - watch on BBC

Arsenal

Aberdeen end 35-year wait for Scottish Cup glory with shootout win over Celtic

Liverpool FC

Valakari relishes facing Livingston 'dark arts' - watch on BBC

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#tottenham-hotspur

English Premier League

Tottenham XI vs Manchester United: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Europa League final

Tottenham predicted lineup vs AZ Alkmaar - Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur's success in the Europa League is critical as they aim to end their long trophy drought.

English Premier League

Tottenham XI vs Manchester United: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Europa League final

Tottenham predicted lineup vs AZ Alkmaar - Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur's success in the Europa League is critical as they aim to end their long trophy drought.

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Arne Slot eyes extra weapons' for Liverpool in transfers and tactical tweaks

Liverpool plans to enhance its squad and tactics this summer to maintain competitiveness in the Premier League.

Chelsea

Chelsea XI vs Manchester United: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Victories in the final two league games will secure Chelsea a Champions League spot for next season.

Ruben Dias rips into Southampton's negative tactics but Guardiola doesn't agree

Ruben Dias criticized Southampton's anti-football tactics after a frustrating 0-0 draw, highlighting time-wasting and a lack of ambition.

#arsenal

Arsenal

Four ways Arteta can mastermind Arsenal comeback v PSG

Arsenal

Mikel Arteta's Big Energy show splutters against PSG to reveal Arsenal's frailties | Barney Ronay

Ruthless Arsenal restore confidence with PSV win but Manchester United shown blueprint to avoid

Arsenal's performance against PSV serves as a warning for Manchester United regarding team setup and defensive organization.

Four ways Arteta can mastermind Arsenal comeback v PSG

Arsenal aims to channel emotions to overcome a 1-0 deficit against PSG in the Champions League.

Mikel Arteta's Big Energy show splutters against PSG to reveal Arsenal's frailties | Barney Ronay

Arsenal struggled against PSG's pressing game, highlighting their resurgence as serious contenders in European football.

Ruthless Arsenal restore confidence with PSV win but Manchester United shown blueprint to avoid

Arsenal's performance against PSV serves as a warning for Manchester United regarding team setup and defensive organization.

Arsenal

A pivotal moment for Arteta's Arsenal? - Soccer News

Mikel Arteta's success at Arsenal hinges on winning a major trophy beyond the FA Cup to shift public perception of the team.

fromwww.caughtoffside.com

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta open to using Mikel Merino again as striker

Arteta praises Mikel Merino's potential as a versatile player, hinting at him possibly playing as a centre-forward.

A pivotal moment for Arteta's Arsenal? - Soccer News

Mikel Arteta's success at Arsenal hinges on winning a major trophy beyond the FA Cup to shift public perception of the team.

fromwww.caughtoffside.com

Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta open to using Mikel Merino again as striker

Arteta praises Mikel Merino's potential as a versatile player, hinting at him possibly playing as a centre-forward.

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#reece-james

Chelsea

Why Reece James must adapt or risk becoming a luxurious option at Chelsea

Reece James faces challenges in securing his place in Chelsea's starting eleven under the new tactical system.

AC Milan

Chelsea legend tells Enzo Maresca he is wrong about Reece James

Chelsea

Why Reece James must adapt or risk becoming a luxurious option at Chelsea

Reece James faces challenges in securing his place in Chelsea's starting eleven under the new tactical system.

AC Milan

Chelsea legend tells Enzo Maresca he is wrong about Reece James

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Enzo Maresca offers controversial explanation for Cole Palmer's Chelsea goal drought

Maresca denies that tactical changes are to blame for Cole Palmer's goal drought, attributing it to mental factors instead.

Chelsea

#manchester-united

Manchester United

Three ways Manchester United could line up with Matheus Cunha and Liam Delap

Manchester United

Tactical Analysis: Farewell to the counter attack kings

Manchester United

Almost a saviour - is makeshift striker Maguire sign of Man Utd demise?

Manchester United

Ruben Amorim: 'Man Utd will never die'

Tactical Analysis: Solve one problem create two more

Strategic player positioning is critical for Manchester United's offensive effectiveness.

Manchester United

Three ways Manchester United could line up with Matheus Cunha and Liam Delap

Manchester United

Tactical Analysis: Farewell to the counter attack kings

Almost a saviour - is makeshift striker Maguire sign of Man Utd demise?

Manchester United's lack of finishing quality is evident in their struggles this season.

Harry Maguire's unexpected offensive role highlights United's desperation for goals.

Ruben Amorim: 'Man Utd will never die'

Ruben Amorim acknowledged Manchester United fans' frustration with the team's tactics, emphasizing the need for results over style.

Tactical Analysis: Solve one problem create two more

Strategic player positioning is critical for Manchester United's offensive effectiveness.

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No ball? No problem. How Forest are breaking the possession obsession

"We have a clear way to play and when we found ourselves in our identity... We've been able this season to compete well and fight for every ball."

Liverpool FC

#juventus

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Juventus

Tudor relying on fitness over tactics in Juves top-four push - Soccer News

Juventus

Juventus ride new manager bump to win over Genoa

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Juventus

Tudor relying on fitness over tactics in Juves top-four push - Soccer News

Juventus

Juventus ride new manager bump to win over Genoa

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Real Madrid v Arsenal: Champions League quarter-final, second leg live

Arsenal aims to make history against Real Madrid in the upcoming semi-final.

Real Madrid adjusts their lineup for the strategic challenge ahead.

Mikel Arteta emphasizes the importance of dominating in European competitions.

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane compares Bundesliga vs. Premier League defenses

In the Bundesliga more teams try to play out from the back, more teams press and sometimes even play man-v-man. Therefore, the spaces are a bit bigger, which we can take advantage of by bringing pace into our game.

Bayern Munich

#pep-guardiola

Manchester City

Why Kevin De Bruyne is leaving Manchester City as a modern day Premier League icon

Ex-England manager launches scathing tirade against 'arrogant' Pep Guardiola

Fabio Capello criticizes Pep Guardiola for his arrogance and the impact it has had on football, particularly regarding the copying of his style.

Why Kevin De Bruyne is leaving Manchester City as a modern day Premier League icon

Kevin De Bruyne exemplifies individuality in Guardiola's teams, showcasing exceptional skills while maintaining a collective approach in football.

Ex-England manager launches scathing tirade against 'arrogant' Pep Guardiola

Fabio Capello criticizes Pep Guardiola for his arrogance and the impact it has had on football, particularly regarding the copying of his style.

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Tottenham's Postecoglou on thin ice with his future more uncertain than ever

Postecoglou's risky substitutions reveal tensions between coach and fans amid disappointing performance.

Are we entering the era of the quarterback goalkeeper?

Football tactics are evolving towards more structured patterns in response to pressing.

Historical context shows goalkeepers have always played influential roles in offensive plays.

Rashford could be more important to Tuchel's England than Palmer or Saka | Jonathan Wilson

Qualifying matches may not reflect a team's potential against top competition in the World Cup.

England must refine their tactics to succeed against stronger teams.

#thomas-tuchel

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England predicted XI: How Three Lions could line up against Albania with Tuchel set to play with back four

Thomas Tuchel aims to revitalize England's football strategy as their new manager, focusing on experience to succeed in the 2026 World Cup.

English Premier League

Premier League intensity or caution - how will Tuchel's England play?

from101GREATGOALS.COM - UNITED KINGDOM

England predicted XI: How Three Lions could line up against Albania with Tuchel set to play with back four

Thomas Tuchel aims to revitalize England's football strategy as their new manager, focusing on experience to succeed in the 2026 World Cup.

English Premier League

Premier League intensity or caution - how will Tuchel's England play?

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fromIrish Independent

Bulgaria v Ireland, Nations League play-off first leg: Catch all action from Plovdiv

Troy Parrott starts for Ireland as manager opts for width in the team formation.

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Moyes revives Everton's Premier League hopes with an unbeaten run, focusing on safety and competitive drive against former clubs.

Germany news

Julian Nagelsmann not planning on shaking things up for quarterfinals against Italy

Julian Nagelsmann has revitalized the German national team, fostering excitement despite a EURO 2024 exit, with upcoming matches crucial for UEFA Nations League hosting.

Bayern Munich

BFW Question of the Day - March 3rd: Should Vincent Kompany start Eric Dier ahead of Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae?

Kompany's tactics demand high performance from centre-backs to maintain an aggressive attack and secure the defense.

fromwww.caughtoffside.com

Arsenal column: How realistic is Harry Kane transfer? Gunners duo worth 100m, & more

Mikel Merino's impactful performance as a substitute redefines his role, raising questions about starting him as a striker against West Ham.

Soccer (FIFA)

Formations in football: Every modern formation and system

Football formations evolved from the early days of unrestricted play to complex systems influenced by strategic, tactical, and scientific advancements.