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Give the kicker even a moment of free space… and Manchester City will punish you faster than anyone.
That’s exactly what they did against Salford City — spot the space, exploit it, execute.
Cherki - Rejinders - Guehi

Breaking the Low Block: Newcastle Style

Another perfectly organized attacking sequence by Newcastle against Tottenham’s low block in the Premier League. Huge credit to Eddie Howe — Newcastle’s attacking structure and organization are honestly among the best.

#NUFC #PremierLeague #FootballAnalysis

Man United’s corner setup vs Tottenham :

Leaving 2 players free on the edge of the 18-yard box will ALWAYS lead to a dangerous scoring opportunity. United spotted the space, executed a smartly designed set piece, and punished...

#MUFC #SetPiece #FootballAnalysis

Timing in the high press is key. NUFC pressed as the ball went to the goalkeeper, exposed PSV’s weak flank coverage, won possession, and exploited the space to score.

Guimaraes - Joelinton >> Wissa

#NUFC #PSV #UCL #FootballAnalysis #HighPress #Pressing #BuildUpPlay

Man City show elite final-third throw-in structure vs Newcastle. Clever movement on the left flank creates space, sharp combinations into the box, goal.Execution vs defensive inattention. #FootballAnalysis #ManCity #NUFC

Semenyo - Nouri -> Cherki

Newcastle are an excellent team in transition, but one of the main issues Eddie Howe is currently facing is ball organization in the first third. Against Leeds, NUFC made several critical errors in identifying free players and exploiting available space… #NUFC #FootballAnalysis

Newcastle United’s transition play is a clear reflection of Eddie Howe’s well-structured game model. The team’s intensity, energy, and execution in transition phases create a dynamic and highly efficient style of play. #footballanalysis
Guimaraes - Tonali - Joelinton - Gordon --> Wissa

A perfect example of Elche’s transition play. Immediate forward runs into free space, fast and precise ball distribution, and clear collective understanding. #footballanalysis

Rafa Mir --> Alvaro Nunez --> Alvaro Rodriguez ->>> German Valera

Elche CF vs Rayo Vallecano | LaLiga

Give me three players who can pass and attack free space, and you can break any defensive line. Everton showed a perfect example on the right flank against Chelsea. #footballanalysis

Ndiaye --> O'Brien -->> Gueye (Everton)
CHELSEA 2-0 EVERTON

Why the Defensive Line Matters in a High Press ⚽

High pressing only works if everyone is connected: press the ball together and keep a compact, well-timed defensive line.

#footballanalysis

Sevilla vs Real Oviedo : Lucien Agoume ->> Akor Adams

A great example from Barcelona on how to create danger from the flanks in the final third: form a wide triangle to create a 3v1 overload, open up the free space, and deliver a decisive cross into the box. #footballanalysis #FCBarcelona #3v1Overload

FULLBACKS IN EUROPE

Modern fullbacks aren’t just defending—they’re major attacking weapons. Deep runs, final-third presence, quality crosses.

Calafiori (Arsenal) and Zappacosta (Atalanta) showed it again in yesterday’s UCL action. Fullbacks are becoming true game-changers. ⚽🔥 #footballanalysis

Chelsea’s Corner-Kick Structure:

Enzo Maresca’s side formed a well-coordinated 3v2 triangle against Barcelona’s defenders. Cucurella received the ball at the edge of the 18-yard area with multiple options to generate a scoring opportunity. A perfectly executed set-piece routine. #footballanalysis

Mikel Arteta created an excellent attacking structure on the right flank, using three players who constantly rotated into free spaces. Their coordinated movements effectively neutralized 6Tottenham players, making them unable to influence the play... #footballanalysis #Arsenal

The Beauty of Simplicity>>>
Football often comes down to simple principles. With Nuri Şahin’s coaching, Shomurodov at Başakşehir demonstrated how easily a goal can be created and finished. #footballanalysis

A showcase of Germany’s high football IQ and the excellent on-field connection between Wirtz and Sané against Slovakia. #footballanalysis #SpottingtheFreeSpace

Perfect example from Germany vs. Slovakia: Identifying the free space behind the mid-block, timing the run, and attacking that gap to create a clear goal-scoring chance. Textbook exploitation of defensive shape. #footballanalysis #SpottingtheFreeSpace

Real Madrid’s weakness in the mid-block: when Bellingham steps out of the central area to press wide, it leaves space behind him that opponents can exploit. Teams often target the left side — Vinicius’ zone — where defensive coverage is limited. #FootballAnalysis #LaLiga

Joshua Kimmich shows brilliant awareness in Bayern’s high press and transition phases. He tracks his opponent deep into midfield, wins the ball back, and immediately orchestrates the attacking transition that leads to Bayern’s goal against PSG.

#footballanalysis #FootballIQ

Players alert: Osimhen, Torreira, and Singo from Galatasaray are currently the best in Europe in their respective positions.
It’s surprising how top clubs overlook such talents while spending €80–130M on players in the same roles.

#footballanysis #ChampionsLeague

Julian Brandt’s goal vs Frankfurt — a masterclass in football IQ.

Watch how he reads the play, anticipates space, and finishes with the instincts of a top attacker.
A perfect example of an intelligent, proactive mindset in the final third.

#BVB #footballanalysis

FC Barcelona – Structural Weakness in Pressing Phase

Barca press is intense on the flanks — but when opponents find the far-side free man, the structure opens up with progressice pass. This often leads to 2v2 transitions and big spaces behind the press.

#FootballAnalysis #PositionalPlay #Pressing

Real Madrid Left-Wing Attack Analysis

Real Madrid identified and exploited the free space in the final third on the left flank.

➡️ Excellent recognition of space and dynamic coordination between Bellingham, Güler, and Mbappé.

#footballanalysis #AttackOrganization

🎯 Kick-off strategy insight | St. Pauli vs TSG Hoffenheim – DFB-Pokal

The winger starts with a fake forward run, then cleverly drops back toward midfield — dragging his marker along. Striker immediately attacks the vacated space on the right side.

#FootballAnalysis #setpiece #kickoff

Arsenal’s set-piece structure: Lateral free kick (inswinging).

Players line up on the edge of the box with two offside, then sprint toward the 6-yard box right as the free kick is delivered. Perfectly timed movement. Declan Rice & Gabriel Magalhaes #footballanalysis #setpiece

Borussia Dortmund’s defensive setup on corner kicks shows major issues. Despite having numerical superiority at the far post, they failed to clear the ball. Their set-piece defensive structures need closer monitoring and adjustment. #footballanalysis #defence #setpiece

Borussia Dortmund’s defensive organization struggled during attack-to-defence transitions, failing to properly mark or track opposing players, leading to gaps in coverage. #footballanalysis #defence

Rayo Vallecano’s corner organization vs Levante UD — a well-drilled near-post outswing setup.

Always protect the near post — no gaps, no chances... #footballanalysis #setpiece

Goal: Jorge de Frutos - Assist: Unai Lopez

NFL Tactical Breakdown | Eagles Offensive Formation Inside the 30-Yard Zone

Eagles’ offensive setup inside the 30 was well-read by the Giants’ defense — leading to a 4Q turnover. Hurts missed a key chance to attack the weak-side end zone, where NYG left open space. #NFL #Eagles #Giants

Atlético Madrid – Corner Setup (Right Side):
Planned: Right-footed taker → Outswinger aimed toward the box or far post, away from the keeper.
Reality: Low delivery to the near post.
Execution: Álvarez delivers, Griezmann attacks the near post.

#footballanalysis