Archive - Tactical Rant

Meet Japan - The Most Tactically Advanced Side in the World Cup

Japan's refined aggression, pragmatic defense, and set-piece creativity create a potent combination that can be matched by no one.

Aug 3, 2023 •

August 2022

End of Tactical Rant

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Aug 24, 2022 •

July 2022

How Lena Oberdorf Empowers Germany to Pass Without Fear

The 20-year-old's all-time defense completely changes the typical risk-reward calculus for possession play.

Jul 30, 2022 •

Tactical Preview IV: EURO 2022 Quarter-Final Series; France vs. the Netherlands

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Jul 23, 2022 •

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Tactical Preview III: EURO 2022 Quarter-Final Series; Sweden vs. Belgium

Things should be straightforward for Sweden, but this is knockout football.

Jul 22, 2022 •

Tactical Preview II: EURO 2022 Quarter-Final Series; Germany vs. Austria

Can Irene Fuhrmann come up with any solutions to upset the mighty Germany?

Jul 21, 2022 •

Tactical Preview I: EURO 2022 Quarter-Final Series; England vs. Spain

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Jul 20, 2022 •

What People Underrate About Kosovare Asllani

She's got that dawg in her.

Jul 18, 2022 •

EURO 2022: Analyzing the Attacking Methods France Used to Destroy Italy

Counter-movements, big switches, and maverick off-ball movement.

Jul 11, 2022 •

What Spain Need to Fix Tactically to Win EURO 2022

The secret lies in refining their possession game - both for offensive and defensive purposes.

Jul 9, 2022 •

June 2022

How Does Lucy Bronze Fit in at Barcelona?

Lucy Bronze is one of the biggest names in women’s football. At age 30, she has carved out a legacy as one of the most renowned right backs of all time…

Jun 19, 2022 •

The Weird Profile of Aurélien Tchouaméni

Is he a '6'? Is he an '8'? Is he a '6' and an '8'? Is he none of those things?

Jun 13, 2022 •

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