What's Tackles? Defense is About Denying Space
A new pass prevention model measures how players defend off the ball.
A new pass prevention model measures how players defend off the ball.
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An interview on tactics, coaching, data, the influence of Sacchi's Milan, the evolution of Guardiola's City, and everything in between.
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