Long throws & tall No.9s: The Premier League goes old school
The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast
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The Return of Physicality in Premier League Football
This chapter examines the changing nature of physicality in Premier League football, particularly the roles of strikers and center-backs. It contrasts historical and modern styles of play, emphasizing the resurgence of physical duels and the need for defenders to adjust their tactics against diverse forward types.
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