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2 weeks ago | 
betweentheposts.net | Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Charlie Tuley |Om Arvind
This tie was a battle between seasoned veterans and novices at the elite European level. It seemed for a while the tide would turn against the hosts, but as they cried out for a marquee moment, their record signing dropped the ball on a dime to take the contest into their hands. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. We decided to make this article free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
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3 weeks ago | 
betweentheposts.net | Fahd Ahmed |Jose Perez |José Pérez |Charlie Tuley
Borussia Dortmund and Mainz faced off in a tense tactical battle, with both sides showcasing disciplined defensive structures and well-organized pressing. Key moments in transition and set-pieces played a crucial role in shaping the outcome, as one team found ways to exploit the opposition’s weaknesses. Despite a spirited effort from the visitors, the match ultimately highlighted the fine margins that separate efficiency from missed opportunities. Tactical analysis and match report by Fahd Ahmed.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Josh Manley |Charlie Tuley |Joel Parker
Liverpool dominated this game from the start, as their high press disrupted Manchester City’s buildup and their cohesive attacking play tore through City’s disjointed pressing. Pep Guardiola’s experiment with an asymmetric attacking shape did not pay off, and City’s poor form continues. Tactical analysis and match report by Josh Manley. We decided to make this article free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Joel Parker |Charlie Tuley |Julian Chingoma
The biggest Bundesliga game of the weekend did not disappoint. Peter Bosz’s tactical change into a 3-4-3 formation saw the attacking trio of Karim Bellarabi, Moussa Diaby and Kai Havertz burst into top form. Marco Rose’s half-time adjustments brought Borussia Mönchengladbach back into the match, but it was not enough as Bayer Leverkusen move above their Rhineland counterparts in the standings. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker.
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Sep 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Achraf Lamdarhri |Charlie Tuley |Rahul Madhavan
Revenge is a dish best served cold. That was the case when Barcelona retaliated to last season's loss against Girona, scoring four goals with mercy. Verticality, offside trap, and high press were Hansi Flick's keys to keep his record without defeat.
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Gaurav Krishnan |Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Charlie Tuley
Jose Mourinho’s latest Champions League expedition with Turkish club Fenerbahce started with a defeat despite a late equaliser from a free kick by Kahveci. Zhegrova’s deflected goal in injury time sunk Fenerbahce’s hopes of returning to Turkey with a point in their Champions League qualifier. Tactical analysis and match report by Gaurav Krishnan. Jose Mourinho has been around the block.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Rahul Madhavan |Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Charlie Tuley
This was indeed your typical knockout game, where both teams played with caution, and ultimately, one moment of decisiveness or misfortune, depending on one’s support, decided the game. France once again defeated Belgium, though not in the most spectacular fashion. However, considering Belgium’s comparatively timid approach, Didier Deschamps’ men, with their quality, deserved to advance to the last eight. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan.
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May 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Charlie Tuley |Erik Elias
A hot shot striker, as a man on a mission, strived successfully to personal glory. However, his club could not correspond with those efforts on the field, stumbling to a fatal stalemate. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. Real Madrid maintain the spot at the summit of Spanish football, 14 points clear of the Catalan rivals at the top of the table. The coronation came amid a streak of nine successive victories.
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May 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Nick Hartland |Charlie Tuley |Nick Smoothy
An entertaining first half gave way to a more mellow finish as the cauldron-like Stade Vélodrome saw another important if not famous European night. Olympique de Marseille and Atalanta BC were evenly matched and the Europa League semi-final remains firmly in the balance. Tactical analysis and match report by Nick Hartland.
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Apr 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Nick Smoothy |Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Charlie Tuley
Leipzig moved five points clear of Dortmund in fifth place, with a deserved 4-1 win over their top four rivals. The home team were superior to their opponents in numerous areas; and despite going a goal behind, it was a comfortable victory, helped by two goals either side of the half-time break. Tactical analysis and match report by Nick Smoothy. RasenBallsport Leipzig played host to Borussia Dortmund in Bundesliga Matchday 31.
