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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

With Arsenal’s pre-season about to kick off, here is my list of things to look out for: 1. The return of ‘press breakers’ (Timber, Calafiori) should help increase our intent to play out in build-up vs high pressing teams. 🧵🔻

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

It makes me so happy Ayden Heaven is getting recognition now. Our build-up carousel takes another jump with him. Will explain more about him in a vid.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Ok then. It is starting to look like Vieria lined up at right interior with Ødegaard LCM (are 2 pics enough?) Pros: —Vieira w the whole pitch available too him is brilliant —big spacer next to Saka —Øde's complimentary angles OOP worries the main sticking point thus far.

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Not to draw vast conclusions from extremely little/no evidence…but on the picture Odegaard is in the left half space inside the penalty box, lol. Look how natural that swing of the boot looks there. I shouldn’t need to say this but I am (half 😉) joking

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@GrationHarvey

1 month

Ok. We are now officially LIVE. Aston Villa 0-2 Arsenal tactical analysis: 🟣Emery’s stifling 424 mid block 🔺Why it took time for Arsenal to “understand the match” according to Arteta 🔸The build up revisions that disorganised Villa 🔹Saka’s altered OOP role ▫️Jurrien Timber

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@GrationHarvey

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

@billycarpy Hi Billy, the rotations and flexibility we’ve seen in the centre of the pitch (especially since Luton (H) are what I cover in depth in this video! Sharing responsibility across build-up leaders, the ‘pendulum 8’ set-up, and more…

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Tomorrow’s video focuses on 3 Arsenal youngsters heading to the US: Nwaneri, Lewis-Skelly, and Heaven; and provides an in-depth profiling/scouting report for all. I would love to do it for all the boys (Rosiak, Nichols, Oulad M’hand et all), but not the space.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

Strange blend of emotions. A sense we deserved better, a weird expectancy for something more. I’m not used to this on a final day. Yet, overarchingly, a feeling of immense pride prevails. There is a lot to work on. I’m excited. The best times are ahead. Always forward.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Out now. Covering what we learned from Arsenal 1-1 Bournemouth, Ethan Nwaneri, our build-up, and a lot more. I really hope you enjoy :)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

11 days

My love for this wonderful club—and team ❤️ What comes out of today is a bond even tighter btwn player, manger, and fan; a team who have logged City’s number; a team who now feel the protagonists. I cannot add to the officiating debate—but stay tuned—bc the szn starts now.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

@AMonFootball [inhales deeply…] hi there 🥹

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

I’m really excited to share w you my Mikel Merino deep-dive: essentially an incrementally compiled footage-review, profiling/scouting report, tactical fit, and personal take rolled into one. You guys are the best for being patient w me, as always.🤞released tomorrow! ❤️

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 year

And we’re live! A Complete Guide to Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal in 2023/24… - 2 different styles: 1. The big-space set-up (out-ball, wide free man, skipping 2nd phase) 2. A slower, methodical approach - in game tactical analysis - long term future

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

🚨Riccardo Calafiori—I was surprised when I heard the news; so I’ve created a deep dive into why Arsenal may be so keen on the Italian. 🔹Calafiori’s profile 🔺Tactical fit in Arteta’s system 🔸My opinion + impact on future squad building :)

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@GrationHarvey

1 month

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

17 days

Not going to have enough time to release the full tactical breakdown of yesterday’s game today; however, you can expect it TOMORROW afternoon. We are going into detail for this one: talking Timber’s connectivity; Kai-Leo as a pair of movers; calculated pressing; + a lot more.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

Since Luton (H), Arsenal’s build-up has changed—and you’ve probably not noticed it. As the 2nd half of the szn as progressed, there has become an increasing emphasis on: —individuals finding solutions —shared responsibility —lots of rotation/flexibility. A thread 🧵

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Not to draw vast conclusions from extremely little/no evidence…but on the picture Odegaard is in the left half space inside the penalty box, lol. Look how natural that swing of the boot looks there. I shouldn’t need to say this but I am (half 😉) joking

Arsenal

@Arsenal

2 months

Gabriel Jesus and Emile Smith Rowe on the scoresheet 🔥 🗞️ An Arsenal XI won 2-0 against Leyton Orient in a behind-closed-doors friendly at the Sobha Realty Training Centre today 👇

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Inverted MLS. Look at the timing of the release; how, despite not being a ‘sitter’ profile he still compliments movers around him. If you add more of this tempo setting to his outrageous carrying game already, wow.

Arsenal

@Arsenal

2 months

Kickstarting pre-season 🎯

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

23 days

Apologies, but I’ve been out the game for a week w food poisoning. Not to worry though! [he says, unbeknown to him as he opens up X for the evening…] Right, calm. On Wednesday we will take stock of our 1st 3 games + ways to clean up. Thurs=Spurs Preview. Let’s get to work.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Out now :)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

So ready for this Kai Havertz Euro campaign. We just getting started…

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

30 days

Out at 16:00 UK Time. Raheem Sterling. Arsenal. Arteta. Why?

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

@AMonFootball Wow. An honour man. Thank you. ❤️

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

6 months

Anyway, here’s Arteta’s Arsenal vs Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton. Every single outfielder in the final third. “I want DOMINANCE” 🔴

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

Tomorrow: Raheem Sterling Wednesday/Thursday: a tactical look at Arsenal’s start to the season On YouTube. Anything else you want covered?

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

16 days

It’s out! A complete and thorough breakdown of Spurs 0-1 Arsenal.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

The Calafiori news has taken me by surprise. I casually mentioned him in January as a possible canvas for a robust ‘LHS Ben White’ + other ramifications for our squad building if we went down the ‘hybrid’ route instead of a pure marauding LB. Let’s get to work on him.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

After a lovely performance it’s only right you complete your evening with a Mikel Merino deep-dive. Go on.

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Computer cooked. Real Madrid wanting more money (copyright). But we live now. I really hope you enjoy. It’s a long-un.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 days

Just finished my hockey match and looked at the score…safe to say I probably had a less turbulent afternoon to the rest of you. Analysis out tomorrow. Videos on the go currently. Coyg.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

Officially looking for an editor for YouTube. Let me know if interested, or any shares/reposts would be greatly appreciated. Want to up the volume. Big time.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Our front line fluidity has been one of the positive takeaways this pre-season. —Jesus F9 giving the room for Havertz to stretch; allowing either winger half-space access —either winger joining the top of the box in the build to promote big wide runs from full-backs (not today)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

10 months

Ever get a feeling someone is breathing down your neck? 🔴 Arsenal 2-0 Brighton 🔵 Tactical Analysis out now ~ Havertz/Rice OOP: ‘the creeping effect’ ~ 4-1-4-1 -> 4-4-2 man-man press ~ Ødegaard from strength to strength as an all-phase CM ~ + more!

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@GrationHarvey

3 months

As I was saying, Calafiori is the Kiwior upgrade. Offers more dynamism + a more diverse build-up skill set than Jakub—who is best used more centrally. Proper LCB/LB hybrid w/ Cala’s ability to lockdown static 1v1’s, navigate wide channels, and help the team ‘squeeze’ in/out OP.

Fabrizio Romano

@FabrizioRomano

3 months

🔴⚪️🇵🇱 Jakub Kiwior could leave Arsenal in case of good proposal, with Riccardo Calafiori close to joining. Understand there’s possibility for loan but only with a mandatory buy clause. Italian clubs are keeping close eye to the situation, no formal proposals yet.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

My notes post Bournemouth largely focus on: 1. Nwaneri’s suitability/pathway in the LCM —battle w Vieira for early mins there —MF dynamics/organisation LT 2. Lack of tempo control w/ Partey, MLS etc (expected) + no Timber in MF 3. indiv performances of note + youngster watch

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

@RohanJivanAFC Lewis-Skelly’s cameo vs United was the Calafiori template IMO: channel ball outlet; dynamic arrivals higher into the half-space when Nwaneri joined the build; 3rd man runs to gobble that LCM bounce pass wide; and inverting when needed. Tailor-made for Riccardo.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

My apologies for the lack of content the past week. Holiday + the small matter of graduation got in the way😂 Out of the country for the next couple weeks but videos are still BACK as normal! Keep those YT sub boxes handy—there’s a LOT coming. Love every one of you❤️ We back.

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

Computer cooked. Real Madrid wanting more money (copyright). But we live now. I really hope you enjoy. It’s a long-un.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

Let me take your touches. Give me the space in the middle…see what happens. Oh and just to top it off, let me give you a Rice underlap and let you have your fun. Bukayo Saka.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 year

Arteta must increase Martin Odegaard’s ‘Zone of Influence’, and how Arsenal USE the ball…Premiering at 12:00! - MO’s small space of operation, and knock-on effects - Making the most of the turnover/high press - What do I mean by ‘Zone of Influence’

Arteta Must Increase Martin Odegaard's 'Zone Of Influence', And...

In today's video I provide an in-depth analysis and critique of HOW Arsenal have decided to use the football at times this season. This may seem reductive, b...

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Calafiori cld make Tomiyasu’s free-rolling LB role last szn into a proper swashbuckling version. Allow him to rotate with the LCM deep (keeping the build flexible), dynamically arrive into the #8 pos./roam in the final third. Let him hold width at times.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

13 days

A look ahead to Sunday… 🔸Pep’s new-look Man City + potential vulnerabilities 🔺Arsenal’s 4-2-4 ‘template’ 🔹Team fluidity vs Atalanta ▪️much more

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 year

The Most COMPLETE Arsenal Guide 23/4 you will EVER see out on YT in 1 hour! I include… - Arteta’s 2 different tactical approaches (big space domination vs patience) - The WHY behind his experimentation - A comprehensive analysis of the future

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

What has changed this pre-season for Arsenal? Out now.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

I really wasn’t lying, guys 😉. Güler - Vieira. Similarities.

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

If Fabio Vieira provides depth for Saka again…use him like Arda Güler: 🔺starts RW in Turkey’s 2-3-5 + rotates with Müldür at RB [insert B. White] who initially tucks into the 3. 🔺allows Güler to receive outside the block 🔺can also occupy the R10 w Kökcü filling in deeper

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

10 days

Analysis out this afternoon :)

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

11 days

My love for this wonderful club—and team ❤️ What comes out of today is a bond even tighter btwn player, manger, and fan; a team who have logged City’s number; a team who now feel the protagonists. I cannot add to the officiating debate—but stay tuned—bc the szn starts now.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

Analysis vid out tomorrow.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

@kimmoFC Exactly what I’ve covered here mate! Giving Saka access to the centre is how we tap into his full range as a player. He needs to be closer to the middle—he is a ‘do it all’ type and needs to playformed in that way. Have a watch if you like!

Why Bukayo Saka must be SET FREE by Mikel Arteta

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Arsenal fans, what are your biggest takeaways from pre-season? For a video. I’ve got mine.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Lots of stuff to cover that I’ve got pages of notes on coming up soon (here and on YT): —Mikel Merino —an in-depth look at Arteta’s pre-season changes —how the above lines up with previously outlined margins of improvement —more on Calafiori

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

@billycarpy Truly flattered, wow. This praise is down to you, man. You’re an absolute flag bearer for eloquent, mindful analysis. Been around for almost all of Edu’s BBQ over the past year—and I probably wouldn’t have been here without it. ❤️ Thank you. So, so kind.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

We go again tomorrow :( will sort out copyright issues tonight. My apologies.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

At midday. How does Mikel Arteta EVOLVE Arsenal next?

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

If Fabio Vieira provides depth for Saka again…use him like Arda Güler: 🔺starts RW in Turkey’s 2-3-5 + rotates with Müldür at RB [insert B. White] who initially tucks into the 3. 🔺allows Güler to receive outside the block 🔺can also occupy the R10 w Kökcü filling in deeper

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

7 days

Immediate reaction video out now! Talking Nwaneri's superpowers and his 'Odegaard' interpretation; MLS-Rice interchanges; an (occasional return) to a diamond MF; and Sterling's promise for more...

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

Lots of Martinelli-isms to love about that Trossard cameo: instinctive attacking of cut backs, dynamic double movs in behind! Add to this his role as a technical reference on the LHS; this lends such potency to whoever is in the stretching role inside him (Rice/Kai).

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

2. Improved transitional dynamics: Content to be more free form + dynamic when creating transitions + a larger embracing of our big space threats: Saka (more of a passing role); Vieira; build relationships with Martinelli. Efficient, brutal attacking (+ some more switches).

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

I’ve just watched back the Bayern UCL tie again, and feel like I’ve gleaned a lot of clarity from the exercise. Arsenal X Evolution as a YT video is in the works ⏰.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

22 days

@billycarpy I like their compliments a lot: Calafiori bursting into awkward pockets and beyond, creating holes for Sterling to dash n dart into. Merino’s role suddenly becomes a *bit* more anchory, finding movers off him. Stand on the ball and wait for angles to open up.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 year

@AmyGarciauk @GrationHarry @BBCLookNorth @runforall Knackered! Link to donate if you would like ❤️

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

To kickstart a host of Euro content…here is an forensic tactical analysis of England 1-0 Serbia, including: —England’s new-found build-up rotations 🌀 —Southgate’s platforming of individuals (Trent, Foden, Bellingham, Saka, Kane) 🫣 —passivity OOP… :)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

New YT vid! An in-depth and realistic prediction for how Arsenal’s transfer business will pan out this summer. I hope you enjoy ❤️

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

22 days

Today, at 16:45–Arsenal’s Next Steps 🔺a tactical overview of 2024/25 so far 🔹ways to improve the build-up and LHS 🔸some perspective. Spurs preview in the works.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

Arsenal struggling to have a last line threat and create inevitability in transitional situations? Enter our playmaker, our carrier, our dribbler, out outlet, our wide defender in a 6-2-2: Bukayo Saka

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

Going on from the last post... Timber's (infreq) dismarking movs have been really working. Exhibit A the final play of the half which opened up space for Rice. Combine that w a more consistent MF 3 in the build, pendulum movs (+the required counter movs - i.e Nelli stretching)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

🚨Tomorrow: @ 16:00… Why Mikel Arteta Must UNLEASH Bukayo Saka 🔴

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

Next YT vid I’m currently working on is ‘what to expect/look out for from Arsenal’s pre-season?’ Will be out before the Bournemouth game. If there are any things you want covered/me to add let me know x

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@GrationHarvey

3 months

Buzzing for this. Join me and Al at 7pm, if you’d like ❤️

The Different Knock

@DiffKnock

3 months

TDK Live. Tonight. 7pm. On YouTube. Live. We'll be talking Saka, who that German player might be, taking YOUR questions + more! & it's all with @GrationHarvey joining us for the 1st time!! Do come. Or stick us on in the background for the #algorithm 🤝

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@GrationHarvey

4 months

It’s out! How Mikel Arteta has TRANSFORMED Arsenal across 2023/24: A Complete Tactical Breakdown Hope you enjoy :)

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@GrationHarvey

3 months

I’m sure you are all aware of not just the unique and eloquent dulcet tones of Edu’s BBQ, but also the mindful, shrewd analysis that Billy partners with it. If you are not—that’s ok—just make sure you fix that by following him and subscribing to his weekly Arsenal read :)

Billy Carpenter

@billycarpy

3 months

A warm thank you to @GrationHarvey and @Ben_Mattinson_ for letting me run stuff by them, clarify thinking, and for adding some names to the list. Both fine people worth a follow.

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@GrationHarvey

4 months

How have Naglesmann’s Germany started (in possession)? —4-2 in deep build w/Havertz, Wirtz, Gundogan, Musiala constantly rotating + offering/dragging BTL —Kroos drops into LCB in settled play, allowing (any) AM to drop next to Andrich —emphasis on Kroos accessing BTL from here

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@GrationHarvey

1 month

From 55mins, Ode starting swinging wider/lower, luring Tielemans out the pivot. Adding that xtra lane was the KEY for us incr the tempo post Raya save. Take the 1st goal, Ode measuring on the touchline->suddenly things are moving, we've 'stacked' the RHS, and Saka is free(r).

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

For the 2H... Villa are pressing in a (when triggered) funneling 424 press looking to close angles fast. Solution: more MF movements in the build. Find that 3-3 base more. Get Rice/Ode swinging lower/wider and create that extra passing lane vs a Villa front 4 + narrow MF 2

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

10 months

Why Kai Havertz is VITAL for Arsenal (it’s not surprising): Tactical Analysis of Luton Town 3-4 Arsenal out now on YT🚨🚨

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

The Merino video is all-set for upload and will be presently with you when I am back from holiday in a few days time.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 year

In this scenario, we may see more occurrences of Fabio Vieira’s assist for Odegaard against Wolves…meaning we have just created another additional goal threat in the box by adding the left footed Odegaard to his natural LHS…

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

3. Wingers platformed closer to goal: —Martinelli in-behind in the half-space more —Saka more license to access the middle (not dep on White’s outside presence)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

Make Trent the quarterback (albeit allowed/able to move around much more) like Toni Kroos in this Germany team. Able to move outside the block, maximise his ZOI, a few intense overlaps on the RHS. This is the template. My vid on England explains Trent as a QB in more detail.

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@GrationHarvey

2 months

4. LHS watch: —complimentary pods + effective rotations/settled movements —a reliable strong foot overlap

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

This is pretty interesting. Most likely flexible in how we formed our build up again, with Timber/Heaven (from CB ?) and MLS (from LB) inverting—keeping things modular again. Now, which way round were Ødegaard and Vieira as interiors? Key question. Jesus more L/RW mins too.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

There is no tangible need for Walker as a lockdown defender today IMO. Denmark have no dynamic 1v1 threat out wide. Instead of Trent outside the block, receiving deeper and wider in his zones, he is asked to get on the 1/2 turn vs a high press, receive inside a block… 1/5

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@GrationHarvey

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7. Martin Ødegaard’s role: Complete control as an all-phasing RCM or part of a pendulum build w/ the LCM? Røamegaard on top of a more rigid pivot platform? —we ain’t gonna see LCM Øde [all these questions are informed by the type of midfield profile we are looking at signing]

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@GrationHarvey

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For the 2H... Villa are pressing in a (when triggered) funneling 424 press looking to close angles fast. Solution: more MF movements in the build. Find that 3-3 base more. Get Rice/Ode swinging lower/wider and create that extra passing lane vs a Villa front 4 + narrow MF 2

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@GrationHarvey

1 month

Copyright issues. Bear with!!

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@GrationHarvey

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6. Jurrien Timber’s role: So far it (from Leyton Orient + training) it looks like a hybrid RCB/RB able to invert low or high, under or overlap (big range that will be more specialised on a game-to-game basis). How will his role/s interact with Calafiori + free 8’s?

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

6 months

19:00 Brighton 0-3 Arsenal Tactical Analysis🔴 —De Zerbi’s ‘Adingra-Adjusted’ Build-Up + how Arteta nullified it (Arsenal OOP) —Arsenal’s fluid in-possession roles: shared responsibility between Odegaard-Rice-Jorginho-Zinchenko —Kai Havertz as CF…

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An avid Arsenal and football fan in general, the Harvey Gration YouTube channel provides a view into the game through a forensic tactical lens. I hope to provide you with genuinely insightful work,...

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

6 months

Arsenal’s 4-4-2 block is obviously super compact+physical, but the key for Arteta’s zone was to block the line-splitters+central access to Foden X De Bruyne in the half spaces: 🔸Jesus + Saka narrow to close passing lanes, forcing Man City wide where the wingers drop into…

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

In today’s Euro 2024 deep-dive, I take an in-depth tactical look at Julian Nagelsmann’s Germany side. Here’s a summary of the video I hope you enjoy 😊

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

Billy sets off what my video analyses: lots of rotations + flexibility in build-up (since Luton (H) especially. —pendulum 8s —rotations w/ Tomiyasu, Rice, Ødegaard etc —moving away from dependency on individuals/set structures + sharing responsibility

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Billy Carpenter

@billycarpy

5 months

When you play Rice, Partey, Ødegaard, Havertz, Tomiyasu, White, Trossard, Saliba, and Saka together, you have literally nine players who can drop into a midfield pivot as needed. (I would also not put it past Raya.)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

I’m normally a tactics guy but determiners for winning are just as much the intangibles, and, in Arsenal’s case today—simply the best players stepping up. Saka (MOTM) as an outlet, carrier, last line defender, match-winner; Rice (no central access); Havertz (whole package)

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

6 months

🚨12:00 UK TIME: Arteta’s Big Game Flexibility, Pep’s Chess Moves: Manchester City 0-0 Arsenal Tactical Analysis 🔹Guardiola overloading the build-up 🔺Arsenal OOP: initial hybrid intentions vs 4-4-2/6-2-2 zones 🔸Evaluating decisions + the title race…

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

5. Half-space crosses: —from the left: Martinelli allowed to cut back; Ødegaard drifting laterally —from the right: Saka + Øde + White when tucked into the 2-(3)-5

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

What a game!

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

Get Turkey vs Georgia on, lads. Propa futbal.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

1 month

Our slight pressing tweak has also been interesting: Saka pinching higher on Villa GK's, either funneling ball towards Nedeljkovic or forcing a clip over him to Digne (who White is backing up). Partey also kept on McGinn in the m2m instead of Rodgers.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

@billycarpy We’ve seen it a lot this pre-season: the 6 dropping in between and the RCB (Timber) darting into MF. Feels orchestrated and an intended detail added.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

20 days

A Tactical Preview of Spurs v Arsenal: 🔺Key points for success: protecting the centre, maximising transitions 🔸An opportunity to switch dynamics in the absence of Ødegaard? 🔹Arteta: stick or twist? ▫️Avenues to hurt Spurs ▪️+ details, individuals, + more I hope you enjoy :)

Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

20 days

14:30 UK Time. An opportunity arises.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

4 months

Kadioglu used very nicely too: 🔸initially tucks in to the left of Turkey’s 2-(3) build-up 🔸Ayhan can rotate + allow Kadi to overlap but mostly stay in the L half-space BTL. BUT…in terms of his usage for a team like Arsenal… 1/2

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Indirectly on Merino, expect to see more of those 'scrappy' goals from Havertz there. Reach/span, assertiveness + presence to make the ball yours. It's a specific type of power - not just that dismissive striking but the ability to incr the space you're able to hold.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

2 months

Some copyright issues in the Merino video that I need to sort out. My apologies.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

3 months

Would people be interested in a video summarising/analysing each team through to the EURO QF’s?

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

20 days

14:30 UK Time. An opportunity arises.

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Harvey Gration

@GrationHarvey

5 months

With you shortly on ♦️Arteta’s hybrid press vs Chelsea’s distanced build-up 🔹Chelsea’s sub-par mid-block + Arsenal’s improvements in exploiting them ♦️The Odegaard debate: big space vs small-space threat ♦️ Havertz from CF: freedom+role

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