This season saw Chelsea move to a 4-2-3-1 formation for the first time in their recent history. Looking to deploy their three main creative stars together with the hope of moving towards Abramovich’s ideal playing style. Whilst many articles have explored how good the attacking midfield of Mata, Hazard and Oscar is, this article aims [...]

The holding midfielder has become a prominent role in the majority of sides in the Premier League. In our opinion the lack of a “midfield enforcer”, effectively, cost Manchester United the title last season. I’ve heard a lot of Manchester United supporters bemoan the lack of strength (in terms of power not finesse) centrally in [...]

Arsenal FC – what a ride it has been for this football club this season. Last season was one that promised so much and delivered so little. Arsenal were knocked out of Champions League and the FA Cup within a week, and losing in spectacular fashion to Birmingham in the Carling Cup final ended their [...]