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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

In the realm of football tactics, there exists a delicate balance between defensive solidity and negative play. Coaches and teams often face the dilemma of whether to adopt an approach that ...

As the U23 Chinese National Football Team prepares to face Japan in the Asian Cup final, renowned commentator Su Dong has shared his tactical insights that could prove pivotal for the team's ...

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 ...

If you’re anything like me, at some point or another, you’ve tried to recreate a famous tactic in Football Manager. The beauty of a game like FM24 is the ability to go full Pep Guardiola and try to ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Final Football Tactics A turn-based tactical football game The Game of Roses podcast, along with Bachelor Nation, dissects the mechanics of the reality TV ...

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 ...