What Is the ‘Inverted Fullback’ Role?
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What Is the ‘Inverted Fullback’ Role?

Gone are the days of Gary Neville, Cafu, and Roberto Carlos. In recent eras of the beautiful game, the traditional fullback was the widest in the defensive line, getting forward and defending up and down the pitch, sticking to their traditional position. However, in recent times managers have trialled wingbacks in a more inverted fashion….

Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Tactics
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Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Tactics

Australian manager Ange Postecoglou took the job at Tottenham over the summer following a spell in Scotland, with Celtic. He brings with him an exciting style of play, one that will get the Tottenham fans off their feet. However, before any balls were kicked, there was a massive change in the squad. Not only have…

The England Lionesses Fall at Final Hurdle
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The England Lionesses Fall at Final Hurdle

England’s Lionesses came into the World Cup final after dumping the hosts, Australia, out in the semi-final. In their way of the trophy, Jorge Vilda’s Spain side. Sarah Weismann had a bold choice to make, with Lauren James’ suspension up. Was she to start? No. James started on the bench as it was an unchanged side…