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The Truth About Soccer Shapes and Systems

The Truth About Soccer Shapes and Systems

A clear guide to understanding soccer's tactical formations, from the classic 4-4-2 to the complex systems used by today's top coaches.
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What “Half-Space” Means in Soccer Tactics

What “Half-Space” Means in Soccer Tactics

A clear explainer on soccer's 'half-space,' defining the tactical zone, why it's so crucial for modern attacks, and which players master it.
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Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans

Guardiola doesn't deny reports he's leaving City, will talk to chairman before saying future plans

Pep Guardiola has addressed the fevered speculation about his future at Manchester City by saying he will talk to club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak in the upcoming days before announcing whether he’ll see out the remaining year of his contract
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The Soccer Version of Hunting a Defensive Mismatch

The Soccer Version of Hunting a Defensive Mismatch

In sports like basketball, hunting a mismatch is obvious. Here's how to spot the same ruthless tactical hunt in modern soccer.
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Why More Possession Does Not Always Mean Control

Why More Possession Does Not Always Mean Control

In sports, having the ball seems like the key to victory, but dominating possession doesn't always translate to winning. Here’s why.
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Why Soccer Width Matters Like Spreading the Formation

Why Soccer Width Matters Like Spreading the Formation

Learn why using the full width of the soccer field, much like a spread offense in football, is a crucial tactic for creating space and scoring goals.
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The Daily Hilario: Wednesday

The Daily Hilario: Wednesday

Your daily dose of off-topic shenanigans
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Why High Pressing Feels Like Forcing a Bad Swing

Why High Pressing Feels Like Forcing a Bad Swing

A deep dive into the tactical parallels between a soccer team's high press and a pitcher's attempt to induce a bad swing from a batter.
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Witness For The Defence, Sunderland AFC Edition

Witness For The Defence, Sunderland AFC Edition

A contrite Anth ‘M’Lord’ Gair offers his apologies to the good folks that Sunderland may have wound up this season…
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What “Low Block” Means in Defensive Soccer

What “Low Block” Means in Defensive Soccer

A clear explainer on the low block soccer tactic, including why teams use it, its key risks, and famous examples of the defensive strategy.
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Guardiola expected to leave City after this season with Maresca to take over, according to reports

Guardiola expected to leave City after this season with Maresca to take over, according to reports

Pep Guardiola’s record-breaking, 10-year tenure at Manchester City might be coming to a close according to reports in the British media
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Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a 'crazy' path from a Florida high school to the World Cup

Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a 'crazy' path from a Florida high school to the World Cup

In two years, Yan Diomande has gone from playing at a Florida high school to facing the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich