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How matches are actually won, explained with the data.

Illustration for the Tactics article “Slovan Bratislava v Stuttgart: what tactical problem does each pose?”: an AI-generated editorial illustration showing an empty training ground at dawn with cones and markers laid out, with the headline set over it. Illustrative only, not a photograph of a real event.
Tactics
Slovan Bratislava v Stuttgart: what tactical problem does each pose?

When Slovan Bratislava meet VfB Stuttgart, a Slovak champion used to dominating at home…

1 day ago · Tom Whitfield
Illustration for the Tactics article “Analyse the tactical contest between Real Betis and FC Porto”: an AI-generated editorial illustration showing an empty training ground at dawn with cones and markers laid out, with the headline set over it. Illustrative only, not a photograph of a real event.
Tactics
Analyse the tactical contest between Real Betis and FC Porto

Search activity on Google in Portugal ties this fixture to Isco and Real Betis Balompié.…

1 day ago · Tom Whitfield
Illustration for the Tactics article “Hansi Flick's high defensive line and counter-pressing system”: an AI-generated editorial illustration showing a scene illustrating the subject of the article, with the headline set over it. Illustrative only, not a photograph of a real event.
Tactics
Hansi Flick's high defensive line and counter-pressing system

Hansi Flick's teams defend by stepping up, not dropping back. A very high back line, a…

1 day ago · Tom Whitfield
Illustration for the Tactics article “How does a Champions League matchday shape the way teams play?”: an AI-generated editorial illustration showing a scene illustrating the subject of the article, with the headline set over it. Illustrative only, not a photograph of a real event.
Tactics
How does a Champions League matchday shape the way teams play?

A Champions League night is not a stand-alone game. The league format, goal difference,…

1 day ago · Tom Whitfield