Tactical Analysis

Is the 4 at the back the best defensive line in football. The stats back it up and it provides balance in the team. It does have weaknesses that the 3 or 5 back can resolve such as the gap between central and wide defenders and being prone to counter attacks. Click here for an in depth breakdown on how it works.

Paraguay have shocked former winners Germany by beating them in penalties. It was an unbelievable defensive display from Paraguay but wasteful from Germany with a conversion rate of just 5.5%. Read more for an in depth breakdown on how this result occurred.

How did Cape Verde stop 23 shots from European Champions Spain. Was it their heroics in defence or was it poor finishing from Spain. With 8 goalkeeper saves, it might just lean towards Cape Verde’s defending. Read more for
an im depth tactical breakdown on both teams and why this result occurred.