This article walks through the visual differences between two of the most common modern formations and what to look for during a match. You'll learn how to spot which shape a team is actually using, even when players drift out of position.
This piece explains the pressing style popularized in German football and gives you concrete cues to notice it during a live match. You'll come away knowing exactly what to watch in the seconds right after a team loses the ball.
This comparison breaks down how a false nine's movement differs from a classic center forward's, and why defenses struggle with the switch. You'll learn which visual cues separate the two roles during actual play.
This guide teaches you where to direct your eyes when the ball is on the other side of the pitch, which is where most tactical decisions actually happen. You'll pick up a simple method for following one player across a full half.
This explainer breaks down how the xG stat is built and what it can and cannot tell you about a match. You'll leave knowing how to read an xG chart without over-trusting the number.
This checklist walks a first-timer through everything from ticket type to stadium etiquette before kickoff. You'll finish knowing exactly what to expect from arrival to the final whistle.
This comparison looks at how different stand locations trade off sightlines, noise and price. You'll learn which sections suit a quiet family day out and which ones suit a full-volume terrace experience.
This piece traces the offside rule from its earliest, stricter form to the version used today, including the debates that reshaped it. You'll understand why the rule still causes arguments after more than a century.
This article follows the planning process behind a large stadium tifo, from early sketches to matchday logistics. You'll learn just how much coordination goes into a display that lasts only a few minutes.
This comparison looks at how a local rivalry match differs from a standard fixture, on and off the pitch. You'll learn what to actually expect in terms of atmosphere, tactics and media coverage on derby day.
