Premier League · Tactics
- Man Utd learn how to complete dream Fabian Hurzeler hire despite initial rejection
Hurzeler has already rejected an approach from United, but a top journalist has explained how the move could still happen
- Change captain? Play the kids? How to solve the problems at Manchester United
The beleaguered Michael Carrick’s job is on the line, but there are steps he can take to revive the stricken club The big question as Bournemouth arrive for Sunday’s 2pm kick-off at Old Trafford is…
- Ex-Arsenal chief Edu lands new role at League Two side after move fails to work out
Edu's stint at Nottingham Forest ended prematurely with the ex-Arsenal chief now taking on a surprise advisory role at Northampton, who are second bottom of the Football League
- Crystal Palace and Newcastle face off with both in search of season kickstart
Pierre Sage and Matthias Jaissle were appointed this summer and good form has been elusive, with injuries and tactics as factors Conceding 17 goals in seven Premier League matches is not exactly the…
- Backfiring tactics, a rudderless defence and players breaking ranks: how Michael Carrick's reign at Man United is disintegrating just as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's did five years ago
By the time Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was disposed - he had multiple seasons, rather than the five months Carrick has had to this point - it was Carrick who stepped in to steady the ship.
- Tottenham's defensive dilemma unpacked: Why Roberto De Zerbi went to a back-three against Coventry and why it may work at Chelsea, the problem with 'Double Dutch' pairing and the pitfalls of shifting Micky van de Ven
MATT BARLOW: Roberto De Zerbi discussed his three-at-the-back formation as if it was likely to be a one-off following Tottenham's win over Coventry on Monday night.
- Erik ten Hag sent on immediate scouting mission in new role days after tearing Man Utd apart
Erik ten Hag has been back at work this week after ripping into Manchester United
- Man Utd: Rooney reaches Bruno Fernandes drop verdict as Red Devils hero brands him a ‘selfish baby’
Wayne Rooney has branded Bruno Fernandes a “selfish baby” as the Man Utd legend told Michael Carrick to do with his skipper after he hit out at his tactics.
- Liverpool Must Make Major Mac Allister U-Turn After Iraola Masterclass
Liverpool must consider making a major U-turn on the future of one star after an Andoni Iraola coaching masterclass.
- Arsenal latest: Mikel Arteta speaks out on Bukayo Saka as boss told to change formation
Mikel Arteta faces fresh selection dilemmas ahead of this Saturday's clash with Everton
- PL Predictions: Delap's Ipswich reunion to get feisty
Our top tipster Lewis Jones, aka Jones Knows, provides his analysis and betting insight for a busy weekend of Premier League action.
- Why divisive Julian Nagelsmann would be a huge gamble for Man Utd after Michael Carrick
ANALYSIS: Julian Nagelsmann has an advocate in the Manchester United hierarchy, but the 39-year-old's time as Bayern Munich boss highlights why he wouldn't be a good fit at Old Trafford
- Who was right about Man Utd tactics: Carrick or Fernandes?
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and head coach Michael Carrick disagreed over the team's tactics in the 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como. So who was right?
- 'It's a combination of everything!': Youri Tielemans accuses Man United dressing room of lacking effort and admits the 'technical' and 'tactical' areas need to improve after Como loss
Youri Tielemans has made the shock admission that there is a lack of effort within the Man United dressing room, among other issues, as the fallout of their humbling at Como continues.
- Breaking down Man Utd's tactics after Fernandes' criticism
Was Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes correct in his analysis of his side's tactics in their 4-1 thrashing by Italian side Como?
- Nottingham Forest’s false start places early focus on Glasner and Delap
Austrian’s tactics need adapting to but Forest are in the bottom three and their owner is not the patient type Sitting 19th in the Premier League was not the plan for Nottingham Forest after the…
- 'Keep your eyes on the road': Diogo Jota's new wife's text message to husband revealed in her heartbreaking account of how tragic Liverpool star's Lamborghini crash death unfolded
In a new biography about the late Liverpool forward, Cardoso explained she had exchanged messages with Jota shortly after he had left for the Spanish city Santander with his brother Andre Silva.
- Carra: Fernandes comments 'disgraceful', but Carrick's time may be up
Jamie Carragher has criticised Bruno Fernandes for questioning Man Utd's tactics following their 4-1 defeat to Como, but believes that it could be the end of the line for Michael Carrick.
- Carragher rips into Bruno Fernandes for ‘killing’ Man Utd in 523-word rant – ‘Can’t press’ because of him
Jamie Carragher has ripped into Bruno Fernandes for “killing” Man Utd, insisting he’s the reason they ‘can’t press’ after the skipper hit out at Michael Carrick’s tactics.
- 'Simply not good enough - Warnock on Man Utd's Como display
Match of the Day pundits Nedum Onuoha and Stephen Warnock analyse Manchester United's performance after their 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como, and discuss midfielder Bruno Fernandes' criticism of…
- Bruno Fernandes commits ‘sacrilege’ as Man Utd ‘morals’ questioned after Carrick insolence
Bruno Fernandes has committed “sacrilege” by questioning the tactics of Michael Carrick after their 4-1 defeat to Como on Wednesday.
- Man United captain Bruno Fernandes questions Michael Carrick's tactics in wake of Champions League humiliation in Como - after boss was left 'angry' by team's display and apologised to supporters
CHRIS WHEELER IN COMO: Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes questioned Michael Carrick's tactics in the wake of the club's Champions League humiliation in Como.
- ‘Angry’ Carrick on the brink as Fernandes hits out at Manchester United tactics
Manager apologises to fans after 4-1 defeat in Como Captain criticises ‘decision from the staff’ not to press Michael Carrick’s future as Manchester United manager is in the balance after a…
- Carrick bites back at Bruno Fernandes in Man Utd war of words – ‘If you don’t run, you ain’t gonna win’
Carrick has hit back at Bruno Fernandes after the Man Utd captain criticised his tactics in the Red Devils’ 4-0 defeat to Como on Wednesday.
- Man Utd: Bruno Fernandes Calls Out Carrick’s Lack of ‘Bravery’ vs Como
Michael Carrick's night went from bad to worse as Bruno Fernandes questioned his tactics after Como 4-1 Man Utd.
- Fernandes rounds on Carrick after Man Utd humiliation
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes blames head coach Michael Carrick for the tactics that led to an embarrassing 4-1 defeat by Como in the Champions League.
- Bruno Fernandes slams Carrick tactics in Man Utd defeat as ‘robust exchange’ on touchline explains substitution
Bruno Fernandes claims Michael Carrick got his tactics wrong in Manchester United’s embarrassing 4-0 defeat to Como on Wednesday.
- Vinicius Junior’s agent reveals how close ‘aggressive’ Arsenal came to signing Real Madrid star
Vinicius Junior’s agent has explained how Arsenal “rolled out the red carpet” in their bid to sign his client from Real Madrid in the summer.
- Liverpool Confidential Q&A special: Rio Ngumoha on course for new deal despite interest from Arsenal, injury update on Conor Bradley, why Reds are right to stall on Alexis Mac Allister contract and Will Wright bearing down on first-team debut
It's time for a question-and-answer session in this week's Confidential column. From transfer plans, contract disputes and tactical issues, we have you covered.
- Newcastle Confidential Q&A with CRAIG HOPE: Tino Livramento's mystery injury revealed, what sources are telling me about Matthias Jaissle's future, Anthony Elanga fitness boost and January transfer plans
From Jaissle's future and tactics to injuries and January transfer plans, CRAIG HOPE tackles your biggest questions with insight and information from inside St James' Park…
- Man Utd star ‘would be thriving’ if he played for Liverpool as Bruno Fernandes blamed – ‘I didn’t like it’
Ex-Arsenal star Emmanuel Petit has explained why he thinks Manchester United star Leny Yoro “would be thriving” if he played for Liverpool.
- Iraola Explains Liverpool Tactical Tweak that Unlocked 'Ruthless' Ngumoha
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has explained how he unlocked Rio Ngumoha against Villarreal on Tuesday night.
- Mikel Arteta's 'important' Arsenal tactic pays dividends in the Premier League title race
Mikel Arteta raised eyebrows when he first described his substitutes as 'finishers', but the Arsenal boss has certainly had the last laugh.
- Bayern and Luis Díaz warm up for Arsenal revenge mission with furious rout of Leipzig | Andy Brassell
Bruised Bundesliga champions hit a supposed rival for six and their flying winger is peaking at a perfect moment When Bayern Munich fail to win for two games in a row, you know what is coming next…
- WSL talking points: pressure mounts on Slegers as Hemp closes on record
Another round of WSL games and another disappointing draw for Arsenal while Manchester City sit top of the table with a 100% record There would have been hope that the international break could offer…
- 'I show my respect by standing up': Why taking the knee rebel Dominic Calvert-Lewin snubbed anti-racism gesture alongside five other Premier League stars
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has explained why Dominic Calvert-Lewin chose not to take the knee ahead of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
- Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal's resilience and ability to 'suffer' in gritty victory at Nottingham Forest but makes tactical admission - as Gunners boss lays down challenge to 'special' Noni Madueke after matchwinning cameo
ISAAN KHAN AT THE CITY GROUND: Arsenal dominated possession with little joy around the penalty area before four second-half changes, including Madueke, helped change the tide.
- Under-fire Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage could become first Premier League managerial sacking this season after 5-0 thrashing at bitter rivals Brighton - with club chiefs concerned about his defensive tactics
Pierre Sage is under growing pressure at Crystal Palace and could become the first Premier League manager sacked this season after an embarrassing 5-0 defeat against rivals Brighton.
- Man Utd held by Leeds as winless run continues
Manchester United delivered a more cohesive performance in a changed formation but were held to a 1-1 draw by Leeds as pressure on Michael Carrick continues to grow.
- Jamie Carragher pinpoints 'vicious circle' Man Utd chiefs must end immediately
Manchester United are in a 'vicious circle', according to Jamie Carragher, and the former Liverpool player has also explained what club chiefs must do to end it
- Manchester United held as Calvert-Lewin’s Leeds leveller keeps pressure on Carrick
What next for Michael Carrick and Manchester United? Game-wise the answer is Wednesday’s trip to Como yet after failing, again, to double the campaign’s league wins tally to two you have to wonder…
- Why is Daniel Munoz wearing a face mask against Arsenal? Reason explained
Nottingham Forest host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, with Daniel Munoz set to wear a protective face mask for the fixture
- Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal LIVE: Updates and analysis from Premier League clash at City Ground
football.london will bring you live coverage from the City Ground where Nottingham Forest host Arsenal (4:30pm) in the Premier League
- PL Predictions: Leeds to pile more misery on Man Utd
Our top tipster Lewis Jones, aka Jones Knows, provides his analysis and betting insight for a busy weekend of Premier League action.
- Matos on tactics, Klopp's influence, and taking Swans to top of the league
Swansea boss Vitor Matos spent five years as an elite development coach at Liverpool, but it would be unfair to paint him with a Jurgen Klopp-shaped brush entirely.
- ‘It’s really not a drama’: Carrick sticks to the script after Martínez storm
Manchester United head coach produced a masterclass in dialling down emotion before a tricky trip to Leeds Michael Carrick returned his most impressive performance precisely when required as he took…
- Mikel Arteta defends Arsenal's decision to cut 60 jobs - just days after he signed a bumper £20m-a-year contract... and confirms club WILL retake squad photo after missing William Saliba
Arteta said: 'It was explained to me about the exercise and the analysis that has been done across the club, and with the intention always to evolve to improve.
- Álvaro Arbeloa’s push to make Fulham free-flowing is floundering already
Spanish head coach will be under huge pressure if he comes unstuck again at home to Hull on Saturday Fulham fans fretting about life under Álvaro Arbeloa will not feel any better when they remember…