Rui Gonçalves
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Freelance writer, aspiring author.
I mostly talk about sports and politics.
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Paris Saint-Germain: what's one more star?
It’s been almost two years since Luis Enrique took over Paris Saint-Germain. The iconic spanish manager, in a Barcelona style, is known for a ball retention style, having its foundations laid in the positional play concept. Luis Enrique usually prefers a 4-3-3 formation shape, but a 3-4-3 and a 3-4-2-1 were also options throughout his career.
By Rui Gonçalves10 months ago in Cleats
Manchester United's lack of physicality
Last time, I’ve addressed some tactical concerns on Amorim’s structure and what could hurt Manchester United’s development in the long run. However, these problems can be fixed or even turned to strengths in United’s game plan if they’re probably addressed, but most of that requires improving the overall teams’ physical ability.
By Rui Gonçalves10 months ago in Cleats
Eredivisie: how Netherlands is building a top-5 league
Eredivisie was considered a non interesting league that was no match against UEFA’s top 5. This, however, has changed in the last years and the Netherlands project is both exciting and intimidating for other european countries.
By Rui Gonçalves11 months ago in Cleats
Squares and triangles
I still believe Ruben Amorim is one of the most exciting new-school managers and has now the opportunity to adapt and evolve his tactical approach. That evolution will naturally and eventually happen and will probably reflect on how Amorim’s teams build-up.
By Rui Gonçalves11 months ago in Cleats
Champions League shenanigans
The 2024/2025 football season marks the debut of a new format for the acclaimed Champions League. The group stage was reformed into a single league competition, featuring 36 clubs, each one playing 8 games randomly drawn; the first 8 teams are automatically through to the round of 16, as clubs ranked 9-24 enter a play-off for the remaining spots.
By Rui Gonçalves11 months ago in Cleats
Dynamism and fluidity
Mikel Arteta returned to Arsenal at the last sprint of the civil year of 2019, at a time where the club needed new blood and a rebuild was in order. To achieve this, Mikel had to face the challenge that his predecessor could not overcome: walk in Arsene Wenger’s shoes.
By Rui Gonçalves12 months ago in Cleats
