Tactical Fads That Aged Like Milk: Where Did It All Go Wrong?
Football, like fashion, has its embarrassing phases. One day, a tactical idea is the next big thing — the ripped jeans of the footballing world — and the next, it’s…
Why Goalkeepers Are the Real Playmakers of the Modern Game
The traditional goalkeeper was a shot-stopper, a player judged on his ability to keep a clean sheet. In the First Division, the predecessor of the Premier League, hoofing it for…
How To Analyse Football Stats
Football betting is a fun yet challenging beast to conquer. Especially if you are new to the betting activity, it can be tough to strategize accordingly to make the right…
The Tactical Evolution of the Premier League: From 4-4-2 to Modern Formations
Football is ever-evolving. One of the most popular formations used in the early seasons of the Premier League was the classic 4-4-2. It was pretty much the most widely-used formation…
The Evolution of Football Tactics in the UK: From Route One to Tiki-Taka
The nature of the way competitive football is played in the UK has been pretty thoroughly transformed, mirroring similar changes throughout the game worldwide. The evolution of Route One up…