When the rules of Association Football were first codified in the 19th century, minimal strategy was involved. Over half the players on any team were forwards, and games were high-scoring affairs ...

Italian football is regarded as one of the most complex ones globally, and there are many good reasons for that. Indeed, the Italian clubs have not only participated in the international cup ...

Hosted by Michael Bailey, revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by more of The Athletic's brightest tactics and data analytics writers to break down the tactical and technical details ...

English football has entered a distinctive tactical evolution, one increasingly shaped by concepts borrowed from American football. Managers are no longer focusing solely on open play; instead, they ...

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The setup flow will feel familiar to returning players – you'll still begin by choosing your preferred tactical style. But this time, you'll pick two formations instead of one, starting with your In ...

While football continues to evolve, one trend has stood out in recent years: the rise of the back three in modern football. As tactical demands shift, this formation has helped elite teams stay ...

Allen is the Cavs’ safety valve on offense, often the player who gets the ball when everything else breaks down. His role on a football field would mirror that of an elite tight end — think Rob ...

Chelsea and Liverpool played out an interesting tactical battle on Sunday afternoon while grinding to a 1-1 draw. Brendan Rodgers selected a 3-5-2 formation while Roberto Di Matteo kept his trust in ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Fantasy Football Tactics Fantasy Football Tactics is a turn-based tactical football RPG in a fantasy setting. Move, pitch and throw the ball across the ...