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England 12%, Argentina 88%: Every tactical error which led to crushing World Cup semi-final loss

England are out of the World Cup after a heart-breaking late collapse against Argentina. But with Lionel Messi totally ineffective before Anthony Gordon's opening goal, England never again threatened to score after taking the lead. Adam Clery looks at how both the team, and manager Thomas Tuchel, managed to snatch…

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How England FINALLY broke Norway’s system

England are through to the World Cup Semi-Final after a dramatic 2-1 extra time win over Norway. But after going behind to Andreas Schjelderup's first-half goal, Thomas Tuchel made a series of changes to the system that first unsettled England, but then allowed them to go and get the win.…

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Why the United States are OUT of the World Cup

The United States are out of the World Cup after a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. But after a tournament where they've looked dangerous and creative, why did they capitulate so badly in their biggest game for a generation? Adam Clery looks at the performances, as well as the controversial…

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Why England were BRILLIANT against Mexico with 10 men

England are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup, but that isn’t the story. After losing Jarrel Quansah to a red card in the second half, Thomas Tuchel completely changed their set-up to defend, and Mexico could do nothing to avoid their historic 3-2 defeat. Adam Clery shows how…

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How the USA just beat Bosnia with ONLY 10 players

The USA are through to an historic Round of 16 game vs Belgium after beating Bosnia in the first knockout game. But after a great start, the red card for Folarin Balogun threatened to give them a shock elimination. Adam Clery looks at how they were so good attacking with…

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How England just pulled off a HUGE comeback against DR Congo

England are through to the Round of 16 after a dramatic late comeback against DR Congo. But after going behind early, and again struggling to get on the scoresheet, how did they come up with the winning solution? Adam Clery looks at what Thomas Tuchel changes, and what he doesn't,…

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Why everybody’s wrong about Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil

Brazil are through to the next round of the World Cup after a thrilling comeback win against Japan. But after everybody had decided they were high on talent, but low on structure, Carlo Ancelotti proved he's every bit the modern tactician with a change that turned this game around. Adam…

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How Jude Bellingham SAVED England against Panama

England are through to the World Cup knockout rounds following a 2-0 win over Panama. But after another sluggish start, which looked for a while like it could be a repeat of the Ghana game, Jude Bellingham both scored and assisted to get England through. Adam Clery looks at how,…

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Why Scotland’s World Cup was a disaster

Scotland are out of the 2026 World Cup, having failed to progress from their group with Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. But while nations like Cape Verde, Egypt, DR Congo, Bosnia, Canada, and South Africa have broken new ground, Steve Clarke's team exit having scored one single goal. Adam Clery looks…

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Why are pink boots so popular at the World Cup?

Most players are sporting similar colourways in the USA, Canada and Mexico, despite differing deals with Nike, Adidas, Puma and more brands, leading to some suggestions that the trend is purely a coincidence

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Why football (and food) is the universal language | ACFC podcast episode 4 feat. Daniyal Khan

Adam Clery meets star of ITV's Extra-Time, and the man behind the iconic Gameday Gourmet, Daniyal Khan. They discuss why New York is the centre of the universe, and why the World Cup is the ultimate celebration of global culture.

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Why England’s tactics DIDN’T WORK against Ghana

England were given a reality check at the World Cup, following a 0-0 draw with Ghana. But after their vibrant attacking display against Croatia, why were they suddenly unable to create anything in the very next game? Adam Clery looks at both the system and the players used by Thomas…

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How Messi is proving he’s STILL the best in the world

Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer following Argentina 2-0 Austria. Adam Clery has a look at why his opening goal in this game shows how he's been the World's Best Player for two decades now.

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Why Chelsea wanted Liam Rosenior so badly

A week after announcing the departure of Enzo Maresca, Chelsea have replaced him with Strasbourg's Liam Rosenior. Although still relatively early in his managerial career, he's already carved out a reputation for being a great tactical manager, and one of the rising stars in the game. Adam Clery looks at…

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I’m in a toxic relationship with Newcastle United – and I’m breaking up with Eddie Howe... maybe

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: Adam Clery loves Eddie Howe like only a fan in a toxic relationship can – but even he wonders if Newcastle need a shake-up

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Football’s next tactical innovation is ‘just not having a manager’

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The order Xabi Alonso demanded at Real Madrid seemingly turned stars into toddlers – but he’s still the most wanted manager in Europe, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

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Football really wants to be darts right now – but darts still wishes it was pro wrestling

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The theatrics of Luke Littler’s meteoric rise in darts has football green with envy – but the game is taking cues from an entirely different playbook, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

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Someone call the police! Scott McTominay just got robbed at the Sports Personality of the Year awards

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: Scott McTominay has spent the year reinventing himself as a continental midfield maestro, only to have Rory McIlroy swipe Sports Personality of the Year right from under his nose, says Adam Clery in the latest ACFC newsletter

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Miguel Delaney and Adam Clery land top prizes at FSA Awards 2025

The Independent’s Chief Football Writer and The Adam Clery Football Channel were recognised at a London ceremony, with England and Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Alessia Russo also picking up prizes

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Phil Foden didn’t deserve his England call-up, because nobody does

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN : The latest Adam Clery Football Column newsletter breaks down why Phil Foden thrives at Manchester City but has struggled to make an impact for England

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Sean Dyche eats Porto for breakfast, and possibly worms for lunch

THE ADAM CLERY FOOTBALL COLUMN: The latest Adam Clery Football Column newsletter breaks down the former Everton manager’s immediate impact at Nottingham Forest and his tactical masterstrokes following the sacking of Ange Postecoglou

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How Martin Zubimendi can transform Arsenal’s midfield

Adam Clery breaks down how the Real Sociedad midfielder could bring an added edge to Arsenal’s squad

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Arsenal greats Ray Parlour and Paul Merson join Jules Breach for FourFourTwo's 30th anniversary event in London

It's three decades since FFT began in 1994, so we had a special evening to celebrate, hosted by Classic Football Shirts, with drinks sponsored by Guinness

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FourFourTwo's Euro 2024 predictions revisited: One FFT team member almost predicted the whole thing

In our Euro 2024 predictions a month ago, the FourFourTwo team came up with some bold takes – and some fared better than others

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Euro 2024 predictions: Our football experts tell you what will happen this summer

FourFourTwo's Euro 2024 predictions, including winners, losers, top goalscorers and scapegoats. Are you ready for it?

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