Tag: Willi Orban

Marco Rose – RB Leipzig – Tactical Analysis (2023-24)

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, Managers, Masterclasses, Team Analysis

RB Leipzig might not go toe-to-toe with Bayern Munich for the Bundesliga title this season, but they have every chance of contending for second place alongside the likes of Dortmund and Leverkusen. Their recruitment over the summer has proven to be spot on, with the central compactions across the pitch aiding their approach of quick attacking transitions and high-pressing from the front. Conceding just 4 goals in 5 matches, Leipzig have been much more than just a brilliant side to watch in attack, but a much improved side in defense to start the campaign.

Explaining the Stopper – Player Role Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Centre Backs, Coach Education, Data Analysis, German Bundesliga, Masterclasses, Most Recent, Player Analysis, Player Education, Premier League, Recruitment & Scouting

Over the past few decades, centre-backs have only grown in importance to attacking phases and playing out from the back, becoming some of the preeminent quarterbacks for their clubs. But the 'Stopper' is still alive and well, providing an 'old-school', throwback approach to defending that relishes the physical side of the game. Every team must find the balance in their defensive unit, and sometimes that may mean deploying a rock-solid, proactive defender that can win possession higher up the pitch. It's not the prettiest of roles, but when played correctly, 'Stoppers' can be absolutely imperative to a team's success.

Domenico Tedesco – RB Leipzig – Tactical Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, Managers, Most Recent, Team Analysis

Domenico Tedesco has achieved wonders in his first few months in charge of Leipzig, with the team accumulating an impressive 62.5% win rate after eight matches. Tedesco's inauguration has been marked by a return to a back-three, where Die Roten Bullen have fluctuated between a 3-4-1-2 and 3-4-2-1 formation.

German Bundesliga Team of the Season Halfway Through 2016-17

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, World Football

Interesting and entertaining does not even begin to describe how incredible the first half of the German Bundesliga season has been. Instead of Dortmund challenging Bayern Munich for the title, it's been a club of unknown youngsters in the form of RasenBallsport Leipzig who have been Carlo Ancelotti's greatest title challengers this season. But Dortmund have … Continue reading German Bundesliga Team of the Season Halfway Through 2016-17

We Have To Talk About RasenBallsport Leipzig

by Rhys Desmond, posted in German Bundesliga, World Football

Almost every single team has had a rocky start to the 2016-17 German Bundesliga season, except for one. RasenBallsport Leipzig. Who are RasenBallsport Liepzig? The German club based in Saxony are a rising team of young talents who have mounted all the way up to the top flight after playing in the fourth tier of German football … Continue reading We Have To Talk About RasenBallsport Leipzig