defensive pressing Tag

21 Oct How Adjusting the Defensive Line Can Change the Outcome: Practical Applications for Professional Football

Posted at 11:49h in Research

In football, every move counts. Our recent research has shown that the positioning of the defensive line throughout a match is not just a reaction to the scoreline but a key tactic that can directly influence the final result. Knowing when to push the defensive...

16 Sep The Evolution of PPDA: A More Accurate Analysis of Pressing in Modern Football

Posted at 11:03h in Research

In football, pressing is an essential element for any team looking to control the game, whether during the opponent's buildup or in deeper defensive situations. The traditional PPDA (Passes Allowed per Defensive Action) metric has been a key tool in analyzing defensive performance, but as...