Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: North Korea
It’s impossible to discuss the North Korean football team without reference to the constant stereotypes, fear and controversy surrounding the region.
Category: Tactical Previews
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: China
China are still somewhat short of outright quality, but this Asian Cup is another stepping stone towards long-term success.
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia change coaches constantly, but the structure and spine of a successful side are in place.
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan have a history of performing solidly rather than spectacularly at Asian Cups, and that should continue in 2015
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Kuwait
Kuwait’s golden era came in the 1970s, culminating in an Asian Cup win in 1980, but they’re some way off scaling those heights again.
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Oman
Oman are capable of an upset thanks to a structured, disciplined tactical approach
Asian Cup 2015 tactical preview: Australia
If Postecoglou can fix the problems at either end of the pitch, the Socceroos can go all the way.
Western Sydney Wanderers 2014-15 season preview: the same template, with new personnel
The Western Sydney Wanderers will continue with the template that has brought them such success in their first three years of existence
Wellington Phoenix 2014-15 season preview: Merrick has an identity, but can it be a winning one?
Ernie Merrick has succeeded in the remit of installing a new style at the Wellington Phoenix: now, the challenge is to find consistency
Sydney FC 2014-15 season preview: Arnold brings structure, organisation and a new mentality
Graham Arnold is Sydney FC’s ninth coach in ten seasons, but is the most sensible choice yet – a respected, experienced coach with a winning pedigree
Perth Glory 2014-15 season preview: can Lowe’s diamond sparkle?
Perth Glory have recruited heavily and look set to play a 4-4-2 diamond, meaning they are one of the more intriguing and unpredictable sides this season.
Newcastle Jets 2014-15: another overhaul, but still missing an identity
Phil Stubbins has a tough job as the new Newcastle Jets coach, asked to mould a new-look squad into a competitive unit