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Explaining the Midfield Maestro – Player Role Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Attacking Midfield, Central Midfield, Data Analysis, Masterclasses, Player Analysis, Player Education, Recruitment & Scouting

As the ball-dominant magic-wand sorcerers in central midfield, 'Midfield Maestros' accomplish feats that few other players would be capable of showcasing to the world. They ooze class every time they touch the ball, always looking dangerous as they dribble, carry or skillfully dance their way around the opposition. But beyond technical precision and pizzazz, 'Midfield Maestros' might be some of the most tactically adept out there, possessing the awareness of space that very few have mastered. Here is our analysis of the Midfield Maestro.

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Portugal’s Journey at Euro 2020

by Ero Samson, posted in World Football

The defending champions Portugal came into Euro 2020 on a high. Boasting one of the best attacking lineups of any European nation at the tournament, they were among the favourites to clinch Europe's most prestigious national trophy, despite being in group F, a group which comprised of current World Champions France as well as Europe's most successful footballing nation, Germany. It was eventually dubbed the group of death and that promise definitely didn't disappoint.

Portugal vs. France – Euro 2020 – Match Preview

by Ero Samson, posted in Masterclasses

The stage is set, and the Puskas Arena will be the venue for another round of rivalry between the defending champions of the European Championships Portugal and the current world champions France. The French will be hoping to cause the Portuguese a heartbreak of the same gravitas which they themselves suffered from the finals defeat in 2016, making this all the more an intriguing encounter.

The Mastermind Award Nominees 2016: Best Hairstyle

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Euro 2016, Premier League

Hair means very little in both Reality TV and Football but it can make a character more likable, fun to watch and have an effect on their personality. Typically the crazier the hair, the crazier the personality. These are The Mastermind's Nominees for Hairstyle of the Year. Gareth Bale  Ever since losing the fohawk and switching … Continue reading The Mastermind Award Nominees 2016: Best Hairstyle

Top 15 Under-21 Footballers With The Biggest Potential 2016-17

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Masterclasses

It's crazy how many young players have risen to the top of the game in such a short amount of time in only the past few years. There have been so many young players rising up to the starting elevens of their teams in 2016 without any degree of difficulty at all that this may … Continue reading Top 15 Under-21 Footballers With The Biggest Potential 2016-17

Euro 2016 Quarter Finals Team of the Week

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Euro 2016

Goalkeeper: Rui Patricio  In 120 minutes of action, Rui Patricio made 4 saves to keep the score level at 1-1 in Portugal's quarter final match against Poland. Then he brilliantly saved a well-taken penalty shot by Jakub Blasczykowski to win his team the match. It was a good performance from the goalkeeper who had his … Continue reading Euro 2016 Quarter Finals Team of the Week