Tag: Adam Lallana

Roberto De Zerbi – Brighton – Tactical Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Coach Education, Managers, Masterclasses, Premier League, Team Analysis

Since taking charge of Brighton in late September, Roberto De Zerbi has picked up right where Graham Potter left off, continuing the team's excellence in and out of possession. The results haven't always followed despite all the positives in their performance, but De Zerbi seems to have found solidity now, with the Seagulls currently sitting in seventh place. Here is our tactical analysis of De Zerbi's Brighton so far in 2022-23, and whether or not the Italian can lead them toward European football this season.

Graham Potter – Brighton & Hove Albion – Tactical Analysis (2021-22)

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Managers, Premier League, Team Analysis

One of the most tactically complex teams in world football, no other team could change formation and personnel to the extent that Graham Potter's Brighton do without suffering any consequences. Through all the constant change, it's miraculous to think his team have boasted some of the best possession in the league, and one of the soundest defensive structures. The calls continue to come for Potter to move up a level and take on a new challenge, but for now, the British manager has kept Brighton in the top half of the table for the vast majority of the 2021-22 season. Here is our tactical analysis of Graham Potter's incredible Brighton & Hove Albion.

2017-18 Premier League Team Guide: Liverpool

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Premier League, World Football

The Mastermind brings you an exclusive guide to every single Premier League team going into the highly anticipated 2017-18 season. From lineups, to transfers to the wackiest of predictions, The Mastermind has you covered. Here is your guide to a team that is on the rise and looking a whole lot better under the influence … Continue reading 2017-18 Premier League Team Guide: Liverpool

Who England Should Call Up For March’s World Cup Qualifiers

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Premier League, World Football

The upcoming set of World Cup 2018 qualifiers are just around the corner with England preparing to take on Lithuania on March 26th after a tough test against Germany in a friendly on March 22nd. The Three Lions have a few injury concerns at the moment in the form of Jordan Henderson who has a foot … Continue reading Who England Should Call Up For March’s World Cup Qualifiers

English Premier League Team of the Season Halfway Through 2016-17

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Premier League

What a season it has been so far in the 2016-17 Premier League season. We've seen records be broken, new players hit the ground running and one spectacular team completely storm over all others. This is the Team of the Season Halfway Through 2016-17 in the English Premier League! Enjoy! Goalkeeper: Jordan Pickford  Team of … Continue reading English Premier League Team of the Season Halfway Through 2016-17

Who Just Missed Out On The Mastermind Top 100 2016

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, Premier League, World Football

Between Euro 2016, the UEFA Champions League, and domestic play around the world, there has been far too many competitions this year to keep track of. These are just some of the names that could not crack into The Mastermind's Top 100 Footballers in the World List for 2016. Raphael Guerreiro  One of the best fullbacks … Continue reading Who Just Missed Out On The Mastermind Top 100 2016

English Premier League Team of the Week Gameweek 16

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Premier League

The first midweek gameweek of the 2016-17 Premier League season was full of goals, entertaining fixtures and standout performers. This is The Mastermind's Team of the Week for Gameweek 16 in England's top flight. Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois  Despite all of Chelsea's incredible dominance in their 1-0 win over Sunderland on Wednesday, the Blues could have easily ended … Continue reading English Premier League Team of the Week Gameweek 16