Christopher Nkunku – Encouraging signs for RB Leipzig’s rising star

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by Hammad Pervez - May 11, 2020May 15, 2020

In the Bundesliga, Jadon Sancho, Erling Håland, Kai Havertz and Timo Werner are the most talked about youngsters. However, another French youngster is quietly making a name for himself - Christopher Nkunku, a French midfielder of Congolese descent, who plays for RB Leipzig. He has registered 12 assists in the

From a mining village in Chile to conquering South America and beyond – The Alexis Sánchez story

by Hammad Pervez - March 25, 2020

Alexis Sánchez is a creative player, capable of producing moments of magic, he has scored goals for five different clubs in Europe but it is the energy, work-rate and never-give-up attitude of the Chilean that has won the hearts of millions around the world. His career trajectory has gone down

Finding the right balance – Tactical Analysis of Arsenal under Mikel Arteta

by Hammad Pervez - March 13, 2020

This article was written on 11th March On December 20, 2019, Arsenal hired their third manager (two permanent and one on an interim basis) in 18 months since the departure of the legendary Arsene Wenger but this time it feels different, it feels that the long-suffering Gunners fans may have found

Potential tactical tweaks Klopp can implement to beat Atlético Madrid

by Hammad Pervez - March 10, 2020

3 losses in 66. Followed by 3 losses in 5. From dreams of seeing their names etched amongst the game’s greatest sides just a couple of weeks ago, Liverpool have since had their dream of invincibility crushed, their quest for the treble shattered and the defence of their Champions League

Juventus and Inter prepare for tense Derby d’Italia

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by Hammad Pervez - February 29, 2020May 26, 2020

Inter Milan will visit the Allianz Stadium on Sunday evening as Antonio Conte returns to the place where he won three league titles in a row. The usual questions would have been about what kind of welcome Conte would get from the home fans but this game will be played

The key battles that could determine the outcome of the Clásico

by Hammad Pervez - February 28, 2020May 26, 2020

The second El Clasico of the current La Liga season is upon us as Barcelona travel to the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday evening. Today we'll be doing something slightly different from our usual tactical previews as we discuss the key battles that will define the outcome of this much-anticipated clash.

Battle at the Bernabéu – Real Madrid vs Manchester City tactical preview

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by Hammad Pervez - February 25, 2020May 26, 2020

On 26th February, Manchester City will face the 13 times European champions in the most high profile tie of the last 16 of the Champions League. When this tie was originally announced, Manchester City were favorites because Real Madrid were struggling, but now, the Los Blancos are seen as slight

Chelsea vs Bayern Munich Match Preview

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by Hammad Pervez - February 24, 2020May 26, 2020

If there is one Champions league game other than the Dortmund vs PSG tie that promises goals and exciting football, then it's Bayern Munich vs Chelsea. Both clubs have a different coach from last season but the two clubs are in very opposite phases at the moment. Bayern are looking

A closer look at Lazio and how they are challenging for the Scudetto

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by Hammad Pervez - February 19, 2020February 19, 2020

There is a very famous quote in the 2019 Todd Philips movie, Joker, it goes like this - "When I was a little kid and told people that I was going to be comedian, everyone laughed at me, well, no one is laughing now". Just like people had doubted the

Atlético Madrid vs Liverpool – Tactical Preview

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by Hammad Pervez - February 16, 2020

Liverpool, the soon-to-be Premier League champions will travel to face Atlético, on a ground where they became Champions of Europe in the summer of 2019. Among all the headline draws in the Champions League, this tie is not seen as attractive as the PSG vs Dortmund or Bayern Munich vs

Borussia Dortmund vs Paris Saint-Germain – Tactical preview and key battles

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by Hammad Pervez - February 16, 2020February 16, 2020

Feature Image via Bundesliga The champions of France will travel to Dortmund for a tie that promises entertainment, drama and plenty of goals. This tie has many intriguing storylines. What attacking combination will Thomas Tuchel field? Will Dortmund stick with their 5-2-3 or will Lucian Favre pack the midfield? How will

Understanding the differences in Manchester City’s and Liverpool’s 4-3-3

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by Hammad Pervez - February 14, 2020February 16, 2020

Written by Hammad Manchester City and Liverpool are two of the best teams in the game right now. Aside from leading the Premier League this season, Liverpool currently hold the Champions League, Uefa Super Cup, and Club World Cup title, while City won the Carabao Cup, FA Cup, and the Premier

Kalidou Koulibaly – Profiling the most sought after central defender in the world

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by Hammad Pervez - February 12, 2020February 16, 2020

Written by Hammad Kalidou Koulibaly has built an incredible reputation as one of the most complete defenders in the game. There are a host of reasons why he is one of the most in-demand centre-backs in Europe right now. The man nicknamed "K2" will bring solidity, enthusiasm and defensive stability to whichever clubs he

[EADF Shorts] – The numbers behind Timo Werner’s astonishing season

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by Hammad Pervez - February 6, 2020February 16, 2020

Written by Hammad "Timo Werner lives life in the fast lane. His rise through the ranks into German footballing stardom has been as rapid as his runs towards goal on the pitch. In keeping with this theme, it’s fitting that ‘Turbo Timo’ is ready to take the next big step of