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Gittens is also a threat on the transitions. He's rapid and can turn fullbacks easily. A bit like Mudryk. When given large spaces to attack, Gittens can be lethal. Goal against Bayern is a good example from last season.

Gittens is also a threat on the transitions. He's rapid and can turn fullbacks easily. A bit like Mudryk. When given large spaces to attack, Gittens can be lethal. Goal against Bayern is a good example from last season.

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Also, something that I was just thinking about was how well Chelsea defended Arsenal after the red. Considering we've looked terrible when this happened earlier this season, today's performance showed improvements from the team and Maresca.

Also, something that I was just thinking about was how well Chelsea defended Arsenal after the red. Considering we've looked terrible when this happened earlier this season, today's performance showed improvements from the team and Maresca.

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For those Chelsea fans not as aware of Emegha's skillset, I'd recommend you check this video out by Alex. Couldn't have explained it better.

For those Chelsea fans not as aware of Emegha's skillset, I'd recommend you check this video out by Alex. Couldn't have explained it better.

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Thought Newcastle had interesting plans during build up. Goal kicks: Go long and attempt to win first and second balls. Deep build up: Use GK to play directly to Woltemade, who's great at linking. CBs also split wide to give GK time on the ball.

Thought Newcastle had interesting plans during build up. Goal kicks: Go long and attempt to win first and second balls. Deep build up: Use GK to play directly to Woltemade, who's great at linking. CBs also split wide to give GK time on the ball.

162,730 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten

Someone needs to study this pen technique from Kelly. Absolutely blasted it into the top corner. Sheeesh.

Someone needs to study this pen technique from Kelly. Absolutely blasted it into the top corner. Sheeesh.

240,383 Aufrufe • vor 10 Monaten

This move in the second against Cardiff is an apt example of what Chelsea were trying to do in the middle third. Cardiff would often transition to go man-man. So, Chelsea would bait them back, before trying long passes toward runners in behind.

This move in the second against Cardiff is an apt example of what Chelsea were trying to do in the middle third. Cardiff would often transition to go man-man. So, Chelsea would bait them back, before trying long passes toward runners in behind.

133,853 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten

I only just got around to watching this video - a fantastic interview by Nieve Petruzziello with Berbatov. I've specifically clipped a section of the video where they speak about how price tags can affect footballers. I thought they spoke so well and touched on many important points. I'd highly recommend that you check the whole video out. I've attached the link below.

I only just got around to watching this video - a fantastic interview by Nieve Petruzziello with Berbatov. I've specifically clipped a section of the video where they speak about how price tags can affect footballers. I thought they spoke so well and touched on many important points. I'd highly recommend that you check the whole video out. I've attached the link below.

267,839 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

"The best players in the world can play close together and combine... The closer you are together, the faster the ball moves... It can be really really hard to defend."

"The best players in the world can play close together and combine... The closer you are together, the faster the ball moves... It can be really really hard to defend."

47,276 Aufrufe • vor 3 Monaten

Craig Bellamy said something very similar on The High Performance Podcast, which I was listening to yesterday. "I don't believe any player is a problem. I feel that's mismanagement." "If you don't know the person I don't think you can coach."

Craig Bellamy said something very similar on The High Performance Podcast, which I was listening to yesterday. "I don't believe any player is a problem. I feel that's mismanagement." "If you don't know the person I don't think you can coach."

87,586 Aufrufe • vor 7 Monaten

This is a good point that h mentioned in a recent video about Chelsea's low block against PSG. Unlike the other teams that have defended low against PSG, Chelsea were willing to track the forwards who would alter their position. In the below situation, you can see Ruiz vacate the left half space - dragging Chalobah with him. If Chelsea were purely defending passively, Ruiz would get the ball easily as he'd be unmarked. However, by tracking him, Chalobah leaves the space open. But notice how James recognizes this instantly and covers. By closing the gap, Chelsea have denied Ruiz to receive the ball and turn easily whilst closing the space that Ruiz's movement created. Chelsea's defensive line also didn't always stay deep. When PSG played it back, they'd gradually push up.

This is a good point that h mentioned in a recent video about Chelsea's low block against PSG. Unlike the other teams that have defended low against PSG, Chelsea were willing to track the forwards who would alter their position. In the below situation, you can see Ruiz vacate the left half space - dragging Chalobah with him. If Chelsea were purely defending passively, Ruiz would get the ball easily as he'd be unmarked. However, by tracking him, Chalobah leaves the space open. But notice how James recognizes this instantly and covers. By closing the gap, Chelsea have denied Ruiz to receive the ball and turn easily whilst closing the space that Ruiz's movement created. Chelsea's defensive line also didn't always stay deep. When PSG played it back, they'd gradually push up.

106,196 Aufrufe • vor 11 Monaten

Below is the video analysis breakdown of the points discussed in the post and article that I shared recently. We can clearly see how PSG decompress Bayern's block to find Doue between the lines. And then Kvara's movement to go against Stanisic's flow.

Below is the video analysis breakdown of the points discussed in the post and article that I shared recently. We can clearly see how PSG decompress Bayern's block to find Doue between the lines. And then Kvara's movement to go against Stanisic's flow.

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Chelsea's second goal is an apt summary of many tactical details I saw in the game. Relatively passive high press -> Palace can't access the center -> forced wide then long -> Mateta eventually loses the duel -> Chelsea effective in the transition.

Chelsea's second goal is an apt summary of many tactical details I saw in the game. Relatively passive high press -> Palace can't access the center -> forced wide then long -> Mateta eventually loses the duel -> Chelsea effective in the transition.

47,014 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

This clip from last season that I shared has been circulating a bit today likely because it shows what we've been missing with Colwill. His absence has affected our ability to progress the ball, which impacted the on-ball shape, causing other issues.

This clip from last season that I shared has been circulating a bit today likely because it shows what we've been missing with Colwill. His absence has affected our ability to progress the ball, which impacted the on-ball shape, causing other issues.

46,567 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

One of the biggest positives for me with Rosenior's appointment is to do with the different solutions he looks for from an out of possession perspective. This is especially crucial for Chelsea who've mostly defended the middle third specifically in a mix of a man-man and zonal approach, which, as I've pointed out so many times, can leave the team open. As h and Patrick explain below, and as mentioned in my Rosenior analysis thread, this can often look like a 5-2-3 defensive structure which then transitions into a man-man. I think this is a better way to go because Chelsea can now choose to be more passive, at times, while still having the option to selectively press aggressively. I'm specifically referring to the middle third again. Shifting to this, I think, can help improve Chelsea defensively. Adding more supplementary material below.

One of the biggest positives for me with Rosenior's appointment is to do with the different solutions he looks for from an out of possession perspective. This is especially crucial for Chelsea who've mostly defended the middle third specifically in a mix of a man-man and zonal approach, which, as I've pointed out so many times, can leave the team open. As h and Patrick explain below, and as mentioned in my Rosenior analysis thread, this can often look like a 5-2-3 defensive structure which then transitions into a man-man. I think this is a better way to go because Chelsea can now choose to be more passive, at times, while still having the option to selectively press aggressively. I'm specifically referring to the middle third again. Shifting to this, I think, can help improve Chelsea defensively. Adding more supplementary material below.

42,074 Aufrufe • vor 5 Monaten

We've seen many teams across Europe utilizing a 4-2-4 build-up shape as it has many benefits, as explained by Fabregas. It's the versatility that's offered, which is arguably the biggest advantage. If the opponents try to press with a -1, then the free man will try to be found. On the other hand, if they go man for man, there's the option of trying to find players between the lines (if the opposition center backs do not jump quick enough) or play direct for the wingers. I was introduced to this idea by watching De Zerbi's Brighton. Hurzeler still uses it.

We've seen many teams across Europe utilizing a 4-2-4 build-up shape as it has many benefits, as explained by Fabregas. It's the versatility that's offered, which is arguably the biggest advantage. If the opponents try to press with a -1, then the free man will try to be found. On the other hand, if they go man for man, there's the option of trying to find players between the lines (if the opposition center backs do not jump quick enough) or play direct for the wingers. I was introduced to this idea by watching De Zerbi's Brighton. Hurzeler still uses it.

58,168 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

The movement and involvement of FK Bodø/Glimt's central midfielders to break Inter ⭐⭐'s frontline press, usage of diagonal passes, shadow play, and late run to attack the box: (Video made using Once Sport)

The movement and involvement of FK Bodø/Glimt's central midfielders to break Inter ⭐⭐'s frontline press, usage of diagonal passes, shadow play, and late run to attack the box: (Video made using Once Sport)

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Pochettino on allowing for chaos within a structural organisation, not restraining key attackers like Palmer with strict positional movements during possession phases, and encouraging them to showcase their instinctual ideas on the field:

Pochettino on allowing for chaos within a structural organisation, not restraining key attackers like Palmer with strict positional movements during possession phases, and encouraging them to showcase their instinctual ideas on the field:

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