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Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouSep 4, 202019 h 57 min
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FC BARCELONA: MES QUE UN CLUB... A CIRCUS?

FC Barcelona: Mes Que Un Club… A Circus?

Messi has ”decided” to stay at Barcelona. One more Telenovela like episode pulled off by Barça’s manegement.

Latest Articles by Footprint FootballAug 15, 202018 h 26 min15 August 2020
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RB Salzburg: The Future of Training Facilities

In recent years, RedBull Salzburg have produced some of the most talented players in Europe.

It doesn’t have anything to do with luck.

Sneak peek into their futuristic facilities and methods.

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchAug 5, 202019 h 32 min5 August 2020
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Roberto Firmino at Liverpool

Roberto Firmino, Klopp’s Central Piece.

Despite having the quality and impacting Liverpool’s tactics more than any other player, Firmino is still criticized for his lack of goals.
But why does Klopp need him so much?

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJul 20, 202020 h 46 min
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Football Footprints Podcast Ep 1

FootyFP’s Podcast: Episode 1 (Inter and Argentina)

Listen to Footyfp’s Podcast: First episode on Spotify.

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJul 6, 202017 h 00 min6 July 2020
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Gasperini's success at Atalanta

Gasperini’s Atalanta: Tactical Approach

Gasperini, an average coach, took and average team with average players and made Atalanta win games.
This is how he does it.

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJul 1, 20201 h 08 min
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BARCELONA A CHAOTIC TRANSFER POLICY

Barcelona: A Chaotic Transfer Policy

Dubbed as Xavi’s heir 2 years ago, Arthur leaves Barcelona already.

Another weird transfer adds up to a long list. What’s wrong Barca’s transfer policy?

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 25, 202019 h 43 min
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Possession statistics

Are Possession Statistics Really Relevant?

When interpreting possession stats, two parameters cast a shadow of doubt on their relevance:
-Measurement approaches
-Tactical plan of the manager
Consequently, possession statistics can be misleading.

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 23, 20201 h 53 min25 June 2020
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In loving memory of Herbert Chapman

Is the WM Formation What Made Arsenal a Big Club?

Before Arsène Wenger and his invincible side, there was Herbert Chapman and his innovative WM. Granting Arsenal its first trophies and putting it on a stand.

What is the WM formation? How does it work?

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 21, 20201 h 00 min20 June 2020
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Valverde Zidane

Federico Valverde: Zidane’s Man

Zidane couldn’t get Pogba. But now he has Valverde. Maybe for the better…

What makes Valverde so special? What are his offensive and defensive roles in the team?

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 20, 20201 h 25 min
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Antonio Conte and Christian Eriksen at Inter

Eriksen and Conte: A Tactical Upgrade (3-4-1-2)

While media kept doubting Christian Eriksen, Conte spent his quarantine time “tailoring” his tactics for the Danish.
Here is how Conte made Inter ready for Eriksen.

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 19, 20201 h 43 min19 June 2020
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Allegri, Ancelotti, Mourinho and Zidane, masters of the counterattacking football

The Art of Counterattacking

Counterattacking football is the tactic that revolutionized football the most.

What is a counterattack? How can you perfectly perform one?

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 18, 20200 h 49 min18 June 2020
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Douglas Costa fails to adapt to Sarri's tactics

Why is Douglas Costa struggling under Sarri?

Sub-par performances have led many Serie A fans to wonder what went wrong with Douglas Costa.
A tactical analysis of Costa’s failure to adapt to Sarriball.

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 16, 202022 h 52 min
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Breaking Defensive Lines With 1 Pass

We’ve all seen midfielders break tough defensive lines with one pass.
How do they do it?
Are they simply gifted? Or is it a team effort?

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 16, 202015 h 43 min16 June 2020
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Jean Michel Aulas, Lyon's main man

Jean Michel Aulas: Ahead Of His Time?

Jean Michel Aulas, one of France’s best ever football presidents has always proved to be one of the best men in the business.

What’s his philosophy? What are his achievements?

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 15, 20200 h 10 min15 June 2020
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Real Madrid's ''Zidanes y Pavones'' players

Real Madrid: ”Zidanes y Pavones” Strategy

“Zidanes y Pavones” : The policy that made Real Madrid the best club in the world.

What is it about?

What are its principles exactly?

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 14, 20201 h 36 min17 June 2020
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Football Tactics are Chess

Why Are Formations So Important In Football Tactics?

Creating tactics can be very challenging. Picking the right formation is often the hardest part. How do managers chose their formations exactly?

Latest Articles by Ed KroosJun 13, 202023 h 16 min
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Sheikh Salman Newcastle Takeover

The Newcastle United takeover: A brief overview

Newcastle is on the verge of a takeover that could see them become one of the richest football clubs in the world, who is the person behind this project? What exactly could they be looking like after the cover?

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 12, 202012 h 30 min12 June 2020
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Defensive Blocks template Mourinho and Simeone

Defensive Blocks: How do they work?

Facing a strong defender or defensive midfielder is hard but still doable.
However, facing a compact defensive block is the hardest part.
What are defensive blocks?
How does it work?

Latest Articles by Mehdi LahlouJun 11, 202016 h 30 min11 June 2020
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Billy Gilmour: Glamour Quality

Billy Gilmour is THE talent that Lampard promoted to Chelsea’s first team.
He’s young, calm and very experienced for his age.

Latest Articles by Nassim BennaghmouchJun 10, 202020 h 45 min10 June 2020
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Florentino Perez: Always A Step Ahead

A success story. A mastermind. A closer look into Perez’ Real Madrid presidency.

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