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Nov 10, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Joel Parker |Sander IJtsma |Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere
The game was sold as a six-pointer, but Internazionale and Napoli were incapable of finding their fluency. Although the peaks of Inter are well known, where this Napoli team stands under Antonio Conte remains a mystery. Tactical analysis and match report by Joel Parker. Three weeks after ending an eleven-year wait for Scudetto victory, Antonio Conte abandoned the Champions amidst a difficult period in Inter’s finances.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Gaurav Krishnan |Jose Perez |José Pérez |Sander IJtsma
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea side managed to get a decisive home win at Stamford Bridge. A first-half goal from Nicolas Jackson & another from Cole Palmer in the second half were enough to see off Newcastle who equalised through Alexander Isak. With the help of some last-ditch defending, the Blues hung on to their lead to register a much-needed home victory as their top-four aspirations remain on track. Tactical analysis and match report by Gaurav Krishnan.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma |Joel Parker |Josh Manley
Germany’s tactical superiority was evident in their UEFA Nations League match against the Netherlands. Julian Nagelsmann’s side applied relentless high pressing, stifling Dutch attempts to build up play. Continuing the trend, Koeman depended on half-time adjustments to find a way into the match. Overall, this game showcased an intriguing tactical battle, shaped by pressing patterns and in-game adaptations. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma.
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Sep 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere |Sander IJtsma |Rahul Madhavan
Barcelona banked another win to add to their perfect points haul. Though the image of complete control on the scoreline was an illusion, it is not the target Hansi Flick obsesses to achieve. In a duel of punches and counterpunches, his players pulled away at the end. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere. It is standard to see Villarreal vying for continental competition. Since their return to the top flight in 2013, the club has only finished outside the top seven twice.
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Sep 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma |Nick Smoothy |Emmanuel Adeyemi-Abere
In the opening round of the Europa League, Manchester United showed the exact same structural problems that have been around for a long time. Lacking control, United allowed a brave and well-structured FC Twente a way back into the match, and ultimately paid the price. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma. We decided to make this article free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
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Sep 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma
Juventus had the better of PSV, by a lot more than the final score line reflected. They confronted the Dutch champions - dominant in their own league - with an elegant free flowing form of football that ensured numerical advantages in the most crucial areas. On the free role of Andrea Cambiaso, on the interplay of the midfielders, on the ideas of relationism expressed so early in Thiago Motta’s Juve days. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma.
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Sep 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma |Rahul Madhavan |Erik Elias
The Nations League gives us very interesting fixtures, and this edition of Netherlands – Germany was no exception. In a match with a very high level of play, both on an individual level and from a tactical perspective, it was a classic structure versus transition battle that ran out to a balanced score line. Both teams showed what they can do when they click, but struggle to maintain the balance. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma |Chris Baker |Julian Chingoma
The final EURO 2024 quarter final was by some distance the most open. It had an abundance of energy, excitement and it offered an emotional comeback win. Türkiye clearly dominated the first half with a smart tactical plan, but fell short defending their narrow lead in a deep second half block. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma. We decided to make all of our EURO 2024 articles free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Sander IJtsma |Julian Chingoma |Joel Parker
Out to take revenge for their previous game, the Dutch team got their act together and showed just how attractive they can play. Romania’s brave high press faded after the opening goal, and a rather one-sided match was mostly tense because the Dutch kept missing chances. Tactical analysis and match report by Sander IJtsma. We decided to make all of our EURO 2024 articles free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
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Jul 1, 2024 | 
betweentheposts.net | Neel Shelat |K.T. Stockwell |Sander IJtsma
Spain awaited the winner of the second Euro quarterfinal between Portugal and France, though neither seemed to keen to face them. Over two hours of viewers’ lives were wasted on a game that seemed destined to be a goalless draw, ultimately leading to penalties in which France were faultless. Tactical analysis and match report by Neel Shelat. We decided to make all of our EURO 2024 articles free to read. If you want to support our work, consider taking a subscription.
