β 01' Arsenal 0-1 Bournemouth
β 57' Arsenal 0-2 Bournemouth
β 62' Arsenal 1-2 Bournemouth
β 70' Arsenal 2-2 Bournemouth
β 90+7' Arsenal 3-2 Bournemouth
π£οΈ:Arteta on where this game ranks for him as Arsenal manager: βNow,the best! The emotion is still there, thereβs nothing like sharing those great moments with your crowd, with your people, with your staff & players & thatβs what makes everything worth.β
Arsenal yesterday had FOUR potential Penalties but NONE was given!
Jamie Richard Vardy, born on January 11, 1987, in Sheffield, England, initially dreamed of playing football professionally but faced early setbacks.
Rejected by Sheffield Wednesday at age 16 for being too small and skinny, Vardy's football career seemed over before it began.
He then worked as a carbon fiber technician, which involved long hours and seemed to put his football aspirations on hold.
However, his passion for the game never waned. He continued playing football at Stocksbridge Park Steels, an amateur club, while juggling his factory job, showcasing his determination to stay connected to the sport he loved.
THE EVOLUTION OF HALF-SPACE PLAYERS AND THE FALL OF THE TRADITIONAL NUMBER 10.
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A Thread π§΅ by @Classicadez01
Football is a constantly evolving game, shaped by tactical innovations, player profiles, and coaching philosophies. One of the most notable tactical shifts in modern football has been the rise of half-space players and the decline of the traditional "number 10" role.
This evolution reflects the increasing complexity and physical demands of the game, where spaces and roles are redefined to gain competitive advantages.
The number 10 often exempt from defensive duties, utilized their vision, technical ability, and flair to unlock defenses.
"UNDERSTANDING DEFENSIVE BLOCKS IN FOOTBALL: HIGH, MID, AND LOW"
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THREAD π§΅ BY @Classicadez01
In football, a team's overall defensive strategy and tactics depend heavily on the utilization of various defensive blocks. The high block, mid block, and low block are the three main kinds of defensive blocks, and each has a different tactical function.
HIGH BLOCK refers to pressing the opposition high up the pitch, typically in their own defensive third. Teams who use a high block try to disrupt the opponent's buildup play by aggressively pressuring their defenders and goalie. This approach is commonly used by teams looking to
ANALYSIS: HOW HANSI FLICK HAS TRANSFORMED BARCELONA.
Barcelona kicks off impressively with Hansi Flick at the helm.
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DETAILED THREAD π§΅ by @Classicadez01
Barcelona is unquestionably one of the world's most powerful clubs, although they have experienced severe financial difficulties in recent years. According to reports, the Catalan club owes more than β¬2 billion and has infamously used monetary 'levers' such as selling off chunks
of future broadcast money to escape serious financial trouble.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta also got a β¬600 million loan from Goldman Sachs to alleviate financial concerns, although the club struggled to register players due to financial regulations at some points.
City in possession, build up in a disconnected back 3 just like against Man United with Akanji and Rodri in front of them. The width of the back 3 made it so difficult for them to combine and made it so easy for Chelsea to isolate them, forcing them into risky or backward passes.
This means whenever there's a transition for Chelsea, there'll be space in between the CBs or on the flank for Chelsea attackers to exploit, leading to numerous chances as we saw Palmer and Sterling esp, giving Walker a tough time on the wing.
What is going on with Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino?
Transfer Window is closed again.
Over 1 billion spent under Todd Boehly.
One win and 2 losses in 4 EPL games.
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Chelsea currently rank highest for
Average Possession (71%)
Big chances created (11)
Big chances missed (11)
Ranked 2nd per 90 for
Accurate crosses
Accurate passes
The problem isn't about creating chances as they have created the most big chances.
GK Sanchez questionable too
The problem lies on those who are to convert those quality chances.
The starting striker who is ought to score them has missed the most.
Of the total of 11 big chances missed, Nicholas Jackson has missed 6 big chances this season.
Sterling - 2
Enzo - 2
Chilwell - 1