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Bayern Munich

BFW Analysis: Why Bayern Munich is a bigger challenge for Real Madrid than Manchester City

Real Madrid's defensive effort prevailed over Manchester City, exemplifying their dominance on big occasions in the Champions League. [ more ]

Bavarian Football Works

Bayern Munich

Daily Schmankerl: Bayern Munich prepping big offer for FC Barcelona's Ronald Araujo?; Liverpool still eyeing Joshua Kimmich; FC Barcelona to pursue Bryan Zaragoza transfer?; Juventus scoping Leon Goretzka; Chelsea, Manchester United battling; and MORE!

Bayern Munich is interested in signing FC Barcelona's Ronald Araujo for over €80 million.

Bayern Munich is ready to offer Araujo a more lucrative deal than Barcelona can. [ more ]

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arsenal

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Arsenal match surprise Premier League record from seven years ago

Arsenal has scored 16 goals from set pieces in the Premier League, matching a record since Tony Pulis' West Brom in 2016/17. [ more ]

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Arsenal

Exclusive: Arsenal's perfect plan at Man City deserves endless praise so criticism of Arteta is ridiculous

Arsenal secured a rare point at the Etihad Stadium after eight years.

Criticism towards Arsenal's defensive approach against Man City was unwarranted. [ more ]

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Pep Guardiola aims dig at Arsenal's tactics after goalless draw with Man City

Guardiola praised Arsenal's defensive setup despite frustration with their low block strategy.

Guardiola remains confident in Manchester City's title contention despite the draw against Arsenal. [ more ]

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How every Premier League club ranks for xG against in 2024 - Arsenal way ahead

Arteta focuses on suffocating opponents and having a strong defense

Arsenal has a record-breaking defensive performance this year [ more ]

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Chelsea

Who is the striker of the moment? Garth Crooks' Team of the Week

Goalkeeper Pickford crucial save for Everton's win

Van Dijk pivotal in Liverpool's victory

Akanji's defensive role key for Man City against Chelsea [ more ]

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Manchester City

Pep won't 'judge' Madrid for defensive game plan

Guardiola refrains from criticizing Real Madrid's defensive approach after Manchester City's Champions League loss. [ more ]

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LombardiHimself 5 months ago

Bosa believes 49ers provided Cowboys blueprint to beating Eagles

The San Francisco 49ers believe they found a way to limit the effectiveness of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.

The key to limiting Hurts' effectiveness is to prevent him from escaping the pocket and using his speed for big-yardage scrambles. [ more ]

Jalen Hurts' average time from snap to release was 3.72s against the 49ers â the second longest mark of any NFL QB this season.

That's how well SF's DBs covered â and that was the plan, since the 49ers focused on containment with their pass rush:

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The Athletic

Nick Bosa and the 49ers executed a team-first defensive game plan in Philadelphia

The San Francisco 49ers had success in limiting Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles offense in the NFC Championship Game.

The 49ers focused on preventing Hurts from running and rushed him in a disciplined manner. [ more ]

The Athletic

Nick Bosa and the 49ers executed a team-first defensive game plan in Philadelphia

The San Francisco 49ers had success in limiting Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles offense in the NFC Championship Game.

The 49ers focused on preventing Hurts from running and rushed him in a disciplined manner. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49erswebzone 5 months ago

49ers' 5 Keys to Victory vs. Eagles

The San Francisco 49ers need to prioritize running the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles' strong run defense.

The 49ers should take advantage of the Eagles' weak secondary by attacking the middle of the field and utilizing tight end George Kittle. [ more ]

Coach Shanahan's response to the Eagles' "tush push" strategy?

"We're going to do like 10 live reps of it today, see if I have anybody left after it." ????

Find out how the #49ers plan to handle this unconventional play!
#SFvsPHI

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49ers Webzone

Kyle Shanahan shares how 49ers will prepare for Eagles' "tush push"

The San Francisco 49ers are aiming for a victory against the Philadelphia Eagles to improve their playoff standings in the NFC.

The Eagles have been successful with their play called the 'tush push' in short-yardage situations.

The 49ers are not devoting much practice time to stopping the 'tush push' but will coach their players on how to defend against it. [ more ]

Bavarian Football Works

Bayern Munich

Julian Nagelsmann planning some changes, but Kai Havertz likely to remain in hybrid role...how does this affect Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane?

Julian Nagelsmann is planning changes to Germany's lineup, but the back three formation is expected to remain.

Kai Havertz is set to retain his new role in the starting XI, while Mats Hummels could start at center-back. [ more ]

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1 day ago

Boston Celtics

NBA playoffs: Top-seeded Boston Celtics, Okalhoma Thunder win opening games

Celtics dominate Game One with Brown scoring 32 points [ more ]

Miami Herald

Boston Celtics

3-point shooting again a Heat talking point after Game 3 loss: 'Guys just have to shoot the ball'

Three-point shooting key for Miami Heat's success in playoff series against Boston Celtics. [ more ]

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Boston Celtics

'They bullied us': Celts' D answers call in G3 rout

Boston Celtics respond to defensive challenge, bounce back with physical Game 3 victory over Miami Heat. [ more ]

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6 days ago

Liverpool FC

Pundit confirms Liverpool are seriously looking at Premier League defender

Liverpool is focusing on signing a new center-back during the summer transfer window to strengthen their defensive line. [ more ]

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Los Angeles Rams

Rams hope they drafted the right 'unit' to replace Aaron Donald

Replacing Aaron Donald is not about finding one person but about changing defensive strategies and playing as a team. [ more ]

The Athletic

Los Angeles Rams

Rams signing Tre'Davious White to 1-year deal

The Los Angeles Rams signed cornerback Tre'Davious White to a one-year deal after he was released by the Buffalo Bills.

White's signing adds a veteran presence to the Rams' defense and indicates their focus on bolstering their secondary. [ more ]

Maple Leafs Hotstove

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Sheldon Keefe after the Maple Leafs fell 3-1 down to the Bruins in the series: "Nothing wrong with our effort level tonight"

Illness affected Matthews, effort not a question, defensive strategy key [ more ]

Bluebird Banter

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Jays Lose to Royals

Close game margin exposes team's need for defensive perfection. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Best in the world': Hayes mindful of Barcelona threat after away success

Emma Hayes focuses on preparing Chelsea for the crucial second leg match against Barcelona in the Women's Champions League, highlighting the importance of maintaining focus and being prepared for Barcelona's counterattack. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino reveals how Chelsea earned battling draw at Man City

The importance of player execution and performance in football matches.

The significance of bravery and defensive efforts in playing against dominant teams like Manchester City. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

Juventus

Manu's Grab Bag: Final Bound

Juventus advanced to the final of the Coppa Italia with a 2-1 victory over Lazio. [ more ]

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Juventus

Juventus 1 - Fiorentina 0: Initial reaction and random observations

VAR ruling prevented Juventus from securing a clear victory by disallowing goals due to offsides.

Juventus secured a 1-0 win against Fiorentina by holding onto a slim lead and relying on strong goalkeeping. [ more ]

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NYC politics

Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Adams defended considering Randy Mastro for a key position amidst backlash regarding Mastro's controversial past and corporate clients. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

New England Patriots

Patriots draft profile: Austin Booker's potential may outweigh small sample size

Focus on improving the offensive side but don't neglect defensive needs, particularly in edge rusher positions. [ more ]

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New England Patriots

What re-signing Josh Uche in free agency means for the Patriots

Uche prioritized a return to the Patriots despite better offers due to loyalty and comfort.

New deal for Uche includes incentives that could lead to a return to high productivity, pointing toward a potentially more aggressive defensive approach under new coaching staff. [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Pittsburgh Steelers

NFL analyst releases full 7-round mock draft; Steelers pass on OL in Round 1

Starting the 2024 NFL Draft with a versatile cornerback could elevate the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense. [ more ]

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National Hockey League

Capitals rolling out same lineup from loss to Sabres against Lightning team led by 140-point scorer Nikita Kucherov

The Washington Capitals face a crucial game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, aiming to secure a playoff spot with Nikita Kucherov as a key threat. [ more ]

Silver Screen and Roll

4 weeks ago

Golden State Warriors

The Warriors had one of the greatest 3-point shooting games in NBA history against the Lakers

Warriors set NBA record with highest 3-point shooting percentage in a game with at least 40 attempts.

Lakers' defensive gameplan backfired due to Warriors' exceptional shooting performance. [ more ]

ESPN.com

After making run at Spagnuolo, 49ers hoping Sorensen/Staley combo will boost defense

Shanahan prioritized building a defense around the 4-3 scheme featuring wide-9 alignment and zone coverage.

Hiring of coaches for defensive roles at the 49ers evolved naturally, with a blend of in-house talent and external expertise. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

3 months ago

Lions' Campbell shares simple answer to stopping 49ers' offense

The Detroit Lions' primary defensive focus against the 49ers is to stop their run game

The 49ers have an explosive offense led by coach Kyle Shanahan and All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey [ more ]

49ers Webzone

4 months ago

49ers' Nick Bosa about to encounter new-and-improved Kyler Murray

Nick Bosa endorses Fred Warner for annual NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.

The San Francisco 49ers adopt a containment strategy to limit Jalen Hurts' rushing ability. [ more ]

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Maple Leafs Hotstove

Toronto Maple Leafs

Sheldon Keefe on Jake McCabe scoring the OT winner vs. Pittsburgh: "A cool moment for a guy who does a lot of the grunt work for us"

Penalty kill played a key role in the victory.

Defensive patience and consistency were highlighted as key factors in the game. [ more ]

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Europe politics

'The revenge tour is over': Johnson flips script to help cap South Carolina's perfect season

Raven Johnson led South Carolina to victory in the national championship, succeeding defensively against Caitlin Clark.

The adjustment of guarding Caitlin Clark with Raven Johnson made a significant impact on the championship game result. [ more ]

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New York Rangers

NY Rangers lines tonight: Matt Rempe scratched for 3rd straight game - Blue Seat Blogs

Matt Rempe is a healthy scratch for the third game, NY Rangers lineup remains unchanged.

Jonny Brodzinski on the third line with Wennberg and Kakko in a shutdown role, showing solid performance.

Potential defensive lineup changes with Miller on top pair with Fox and Lindgren with Trouba might be experimented with by Peter Laviolette. [ more ]

BBC Sport

FC Barcelona

Barcelona stay third after draw at Athletic Bilbao

Barcelona's goalless draw against Athletic Bilbao leaves them third in La Liga despite the opportunity to move up to second.

Athletic Bilbao's defensive strategy proved successful in denying Barcelona clear chances and posing a serious threat themselves. [ more ]

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Brooklyn Nets

Wire To Wire Win For Nets On Leap Day

The Brooklyn Nets secured a significant victory under interim coach Kevin Ollie, earning their first home win with a blowout against the Atlanta Hawks.

Interim Coach Ollie's defensive focus reflected positively as the Nets displayed a cohesive defensive effort, limiting the Hawks to a low score and subpar shooting from the 3-point line. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco Giants

How Webb can reach great heights during 2024 MLB season

Logan Webb aims to improve holding runners this season.

Webb led Majors in innings pitched and double plays last season. [ more ]

ESPN.com

National Football League

Chargers OC on plan for Herbert: Run the ball

Greg Roman aims to establish a consistent running offense to elevate Justin Herbert.

A strong running game can significantly impact how defenses strategize against a team. [ more ]

Dabearsblog

4 months ago

Chicago Bears

Offense is a Roller Coaster and We're Just Along For the Ride

The article discusses the Bears' recent win over Detroit and analyzes various aspects of the team's performance.

It delves into topics such as the Bears' defensive strategy, their success on third downs, the performance of young defenders, Justin Fields' play, and the sustainability of the team's success. [ more ]

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