Tag: Raphael Guerreiro

Top 100 Male Footballers of 2020 (100-81)

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, Premier League, Serie A, UEFA Champions League, World Football

2020 was a strange year for everyone in the world, not just footballers. But the COVID-19 pandemic has meant that we haven't gotten as much football as we might have done otherwise. That said, there were still plenty of matches played across the year, and some surprise performers and performances along the way. As always, TheMastermindSite.com will now count down the top 100 footballers in the world for the year. This list takes into account a player's form in 2020 as it's primary mechanism, with reputation, club and national team success playing a role as well. So with that in mind, here is TheMastermindSite's Top 100 Male Footballers in the World for 2020.

Lucien Favre – Borussia Dortmund – Tactical Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Coaching, Formations, German Bundesliga, Managers, UEFA Champions League, World Football

The suspension of all football activity has been a unfortunate for Borussia Dortmund as they were on a stunning run of form in the Bundesliga before the break. Favre's newly introduced 3-4-2-1 has changed the way Dortmund play for the better, while simultaneously providing more defensive support, the area of the field in which they needed reassurances the most. The formation has given the likes of Achraf Hakimi and Raphael Guerreiro the freedom to go on and create more magic and has also given Jadon Sancho and Thorgan Hazard a necessary boost at a crucial time in the season. This formation suits the players and personnel that Lucien Favre has at his disposal tremendously well and it will be very interesting to see if they can continue to play to such great heights when the season comes to a conclusion. Check out or Tactical Analysis of Lucien Favre's stellar 3-4-2-1 formation with BVB.

Borussia Dortmund Should Have Never Sacked Thomas Tuchel

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, UEFA Champions League, World Football

I've been watching Borussia Dortmund since 2010. Back in those days, Dortmund was the best team in the Bundesliga. They immediately caught my attention for their exciting attacking play and verve. Every game was full of excitement and instantly, the Black and Yellows became my favourite club. Things haven't been as good as of late, … Continue reading Borussia Dortmund Should Have Never Sacked Thomas Tuchel

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

Borussia Dortmund 6-0 Darmstadt Review

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga

Thomas Tuchel is normally very strict over his players' diets but he was so happy and impressed with the the way his team played on Thursday night against Legia Warsaw that he gave them all ice cream in training yesterday! That ice cream certainly has seemed to have given BVB a boost as they were … Continue reading Borussia Dortmund 6-0 Darmstadt Review

New Signings Galore! 3 Ways Borussia Dortmund Could Lineup Next Season

by Rhys Desmond, posted in World Football

It has been a busy off-season for Borussia Dortmund as the club renowned for being one of the best in the business at working the transfer market are splashing the cash on plenty of new signings once again. After the departures of three all-time great BVB talents in Mats Hummels, Ilkay Gundogan and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, … Continue reading New Signings Galore! 3 Ways Borussia Dortmund Could Lineup Next Season

Euro 2016 Final Portugal 1-0 France: Team of the Day

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Euro 2016

Euro 2016 comes to a close with a historic 1-0 victory for Portugal to end France's hopes of winning the tournament on their home soil again and give A Selecao their first ever win at an international tournament. This is the team of the final match at Euro 2016. Goalkeeper: Rui Patricio Rui Patricio has … Continue reading Euro 2016 Final Portugal 1-0 France: Team of the Day

How Portugal Won Euro 2016

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Euro 2016

Despite the domination of France at Euro 2016, Portugal surprised everyone and walked away with the trophy. Portugal were tactically fantastic against France and fully deserved their victory, winning in extra time by a score of 1-0 to end the tournament on a high. Portugal weren't by any means the best team at Euro 2016, but … Continue reading How Portugal Won Euro 2016