QPR’s attempts to further establish themselves in the Premier League this season have failed dramatically, especially when one considers the investment that owner Tony Fernandes has made in the squad. While fans and pundits alike will contest QPR’s demise being down to a range of factors (wage inferiority complex, hostile squad harmony/ stability) the most alarming stat that … Read more
Match in a sentence Juan Mata’s 87th minute goal kept Chelsea’s Champions League hopes alive as the Blues defeated Manchester United at Old Trafford. Analysis Rafa Benitez made three changes to the side that defeated Basel midweek in the Europa League. Demba Ba led the line, while Victor Moses, Juan Mata and Oscar played behind … Read more
Match in a sentence Pedro Rodriguez’ second half goal was enough to see Barcelona eliminate PSG on away goals, and advance to the Champions League semi-finals for the sixth consecutive season. Analysis Tito Vilanova aligned his side in a 4-3-3, introducing Cesc Fabregas and Pedro to join David Villa in an attacking three. Adriano slotted … Read more
Typical North London derby it was with some breath taking end to end football, ear deafening fan chants and goals too. Unlike last two derbies, it was Tottenham this time who secured three hard earned points (literally 6 points) from the game. Let’s analyze the game tactically, Early Arsenal (Half) Domination Possession wise, Arsenal dominated … Read more
Premier league title is Manchester United’s to lose now as they are 12 points clear of second-place Manchester City with 12 games to go unless City can pull off yet an another anti-climatic drama like last season. Manchester United ease passed Everton at Old Trafford taking revenge for last year’s fixture when Everton ended their … Read more
Arsenal secured a much needed home victory against Stoke City at Emirates to gain back some momentum in the race for the Champions league spot. Stoke City left the Capital city empty handed. Let’s analyze the game tactically. Early Minutes: Arsenal’s right side dominates In the first 15-20 mins of the game, most of the … Read more
Chelsea’s dominating first half performance under freezing conditions was enough to ease past their London rival Arsenal. Let’s analyze the game tactically, Chelsea wins the early midfield battle Two teams opted for a similar formation by playing two midfielders in the defensive roles to gain early control. Coquelin and Diaby failed to stamp their authority … Read more
Early red card for Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny ruined the whole tactical aspects of the game. Manchester City walked past Arsenal today without any strain to close the gap on the league leaders Manchester United. Let’s analyze the game tactically, Going one man down to champions? Yes! It was a soft red card decision by … Read more
Manchester United signed off the year in style when they won a hard fought contest against a stern West Brom side and eventually won the game 2-0 thanks to goals from Gareth McAuley(O.G) and a late strike from Robin Van Persie who came off the bench. First Half : Both sides made several changes and had … Read more
Well it was tactically a poor game for both the sides. Manchester United lacked creativity and dropped two vital points in the title race. Swansea would be happy with the point as this is the first time they are tacking any points against Manchester United. Lets review the game tactically, Static Midfield Manchester United opted … Read more