Football analysis
Thomas Muller has remerged as a key man at Bayern under Hansi Flick. The evidence points toward ‘the master of space’ benefitting from a new system.
When asked what makes him special, he simply replied, “Ich bin ein Raumdeuter” which translates to “I am a space interpreter”. There couldn’t be a better description of Thomas Muller’s role. He finds space and exploits it.
For better or for worse, the 2019 – 2020 Premier League season is an unforgettable one. Here are the Tactical Times Players of the Season.
‘The decibels reached similar levels to those heard when Aubameyang scored his majestic first goal. ‘I just don’t think you understand’ they sang. I certainly didn’t understand.’
1 of 103, no.9. The Emirates Stadium, North London. Arsenal FC vs. Everton FC.
What do you get when you bring together xG, PPDA, Number of goals and number of shots? You get a Power Ranking. A new way to look at things.
I spoke with football blogger Davide this week to answer a few questions on football, the website, and player analysis.
The latest idea, and definitely the biggest, is my 2020 project. The Tactical Times on the Road. This football site is becoming a travel blog. Not really, but almost.
I look at match stats in football. Goal/assist obsession. xG. Virgil van Dijk and Wan-Bissaka. How numbers change perception of Premier League football
Can José Mourinho give Tottenham the success the fans expect?
Will he need the level of funding he has known in the past?
Will he ‘park the bus’?
How does the Liverpool captain galvanise his team, unsettle opponents – opponents of the highest calibre, on this occasion – display technique, guile, tenacity and passion, and most importantly, how does he lead by example?
Join me in the very first episode of the brand new Tactical Times 2 Tees Podcast.