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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

I spent the last few weeks looking at Nuri Şahin, who has recently entered management with Turkish club Antalyaspor. Ending the season on a fourteen game winning street, these are what his tactics looked like:

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John Zuidema

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3 years

STOP PUTTING LINEUPS IN NUMERICAL ORDER IT MAKES EVERY SINGLE PERSON'S LIFE HARDER

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3 years

⚠️ 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦! ⚠️ Your Everton team for #BHAEVE ... #EFC 🔵

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John Zuidema

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10 months

Bellingham might be the epitome of why relationism-type-ideas can work at a high level. Not enough credit to the “fuck it we ball” ballers in an era of strict systems.

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3 years

Today is finally the day... 200+ hours have created this 8145 word, 20 page, 36 slide, analysis of Marco Rose, Alexander Zickler and @ReneMaric 's Borussia Dortmund: More information in the thread below...

Borussia Dortmund Team Analysis

Borussia Dortmund is one of the largest teams in Germany, a country known for their attacking-first style of football, BVB is known to…

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

1 year

𝑃𝘢𝑟𝘵 𝐼, 𝐼𝘯𝑣𝘦𝑠𝘵𝑖𝘨𝑎𝘵𝑖𝘯𝑔 𝐵𝘢𝑙𝘭-𝘚𝑡𝘳𝑖𝘬𝑖𝘯𝑔: 𝘚ℎ𝘰𝑜𝘵𝑖𝘯𝑔 Using four players as examples, including myself, I looked at the relationship between science and biomechanics to find optimal shooting form.

Investigating Ball-Striking: Shooting

Using Dominik Szoboszlai, Kai Havertz, Yann Kouemi and myself, the complicated topic of ball-striking in shooting is unpacked.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

7 months

I don’t think people know/understand the physical archetype required to execute something like this well. This takes an immense amount of strength that the majority of footballers don’t have. Teaching technique isn’t about ‘correctness’ but rather ‘applicability’.

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7 months

Hojlund should watch this Video

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

11 months

I already put more hours into football than anything else in my life, but, in 4 months I will officially be earning enough to sustain myself with football income alone. And that’s still with extra time in my schedule for other / more things. Pursue those dreams guys.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

8 months

Havertz run to the near post draws two defenders but never had a chance of being a true goal scoring opportunity. Behind him, he left a space of at least 10 square yards for Jesus to run into and score that header. Essentially the equivalent of an assist. Small things matter.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

I did it guys. I’m finally happy living. This is my proudest achievement, I finally beat my own brain. I am not just content, or ok, I am happy. I have tried to share less about mental health, but I can’t not share this. Genuinely started crying in my shower. I did it.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

@joespizza19 @FabrizioRomano Honestly this made it less bad, I laughed. Cheers

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

If I see another data analysis of Dusan Vlahovic I will throw my phone into the Delaware River. Originality people, please.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Investigated some of City’s pressing principles vs. Sevilla: (some notes and more analysis in the thread)

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

The younger Koopmeiners can hit it too, holy shit. Peer lad, take a bow.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

1 year

@RyanSoccerAA Yes I do, quite comfortably too, tbh

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Got the opportunity to write about Zakaria for @UtdDistrict earlier this week! Been a little while since I posted any player analysis so check it out.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

@ZachLowy This is dumb retrospective garbage that implies a team would rather lose than attempt winning. You cannot possibly be this naive to think that Dortmund keeping Haaland was the wrong decision. Failure to perform because of injuries to key players is not the leadership’s fault.

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John Zuidema

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10 months

I can’t even really explain to you in detail why Bellingham is so good and I’ve watched him loads. Besides his energy, nothing about him is super consistent. It’s so funny.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Back to back matches without Ronaldo and United look like they’re actually able to execute the principles expected of them. They are a better side without him unfortunately, the proof is in the football.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

4 months

Replies are killing me because a 13 year olds can hardly comprehend a zone-oriented press and more than likely were near man-to-man. Jorginho blew up the press by putting players in confusing spots 😂

Jordan Campbell

@JordanC1107

4 months

🧠 Jorginho & Ramsdale were coaching Arsenal’s U15s against each other as part of their UEFA B license. The Italian’s team had to play through the press but kept failing. The coach mentors suggested he go long. Jorginho had a different idea.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

All I want for Christmas is for people to stop using overly complicated vernaculars to explain concepts that are not that complicated. Effectively communicating football analysis is not picking the biggest words, it’s picking the most accessible.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Here it is! My thoughts on Ajax vs. Dortmund, what really happened, and is it as bad as it seemed? (Spoiler: Yes and no, read to find out!) Should be a quick and easy read before the UCL kicks off again in *checks watch* 33 minutes.

What Exactly Happened in Ajax vs. BVB?

4–0 is a pretty ugly score line, no denying that, but sometimes context is important. In this newsletter style piece my goal is to…

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

1 year

@htomufc So much Dortmund heritage bringing on 3 subs with an average age of 12 when you need 3 goals to un-choke your first title in 900 years.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Guys PRAGMATIC does NOT mean defensive. There would be absolutely nothing pragmatic about Bayern Munich playing defensive football with the best team in the league, and yet it would be referred to as a pragmatic approach. Mourinho is not pragmatic, he is defensive. Stop it.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Clean sheets are a myth in the North Rhine-Westphalia; but why? Last night I looked at all goals conceded by Borussia Dortmund, created the all-too-binary COGSO scale as a means of grading goals, and proposed solutions based on its conclusions.

Dortmund Defensive Analysis

Clean Sheets? You didn’t hear? We don’t do that here…

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

1 year

Okay yeah, Messi is a fair counterpoint I’ve already made for myself. Miami probably benefits more from him than United will Onana. But it’s close!!

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

The season ending means the rumor mill is up and running. Few names will be tossed around quite like the inevitable transfer of 19 year old Hugo Ekitike of Stade de Reims. I wrote about his strengths, weaknesses, and potential transfers here:

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Dortmund conceded three goals in five minutes after being absolutely dismantled defensively by a newly promoted team while their only goals came from shots outside the box that hardly went in. You’re telling me this is what we sacked Rose for? No attack, and no defense?

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

@HemmenKees alternatively shaw was the next best lb when he was signed and broke his leg, he’s been good for 3 years and finally has a competent team playing to his strengths. Just my opinion though.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

1 year

As a general rule of thumb, we should pay attention when club's like Dortmund sign 16 year old players. I broke down their newest one, highly rated winger Julien Duranville of Anderlecht, in this short article below.

Julien Duranville Player Analysis

Borussia Dortmund has (allegedly) signed a 16 year old from Anderlecht, which probably means we should pay attention…

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

This is so awesome, for a myriad of reasons, but here’s one. In opposition analysis, the hardest part is deciphering what is intentional vs. happening. You’d probably think the long balls were intentional, but Klopp clearly didn’t intend for them to be happening.

Josh Williams

@DistanceCovered

3 years

You don’t get this level of tactical insight very often from Klopp. Grab it while you can.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Dortmund and Terzic are an embarrassment. Mostly Terzic. This is one of the worst teams I’ve ever watched.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Tuesday was a rough day for me. Tuesday was also a Dortmund win. This got me thinking, just how important is football to my everyday life? To who I am? And why do I love this sport so much? Here’s a little journal entry on the topic:

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

First place LAFC have put on a show, dominating the Western conference to the tune of 45 points in 21 matches. Behind the team is Steve Cherundolo, their manager. This analysis looks at his tactics, strengths, and weaknesses:

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

I'm not saying that's not a penalty but also what is the defender meant to do there if Richarlison jumps in front of his foot?

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

Tell you what fellas, the baldy may have cracked the football puzzle. This team is bloody ridiculous.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

11 months

Circulating again somehow. Love this article and this term.

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@nonewthing

11 months

Actions with the right timing, passes to the right foot, with the right pace, heading it high in the middle, coming close, or standing still doing nothing at all... “Technical empathy”, as popularized by John Zuidema, is key in associative football.

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John Zuidema

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2 years

Why would you ever tackle someone from behind in the box like that

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

It seems like people neglect to consider the fact that every single height/weight/build comes with it’s own pros and cons at every position. Being a tall fullback may make it difficult to be agile and help defend counters, small forwards aren’t a box threat, etc.

Football Daily

@footballdaily

2 years

🗣 "Being 5'9 in the Premier League is something to worry about." @Carra23 and @GNev2 agree that Lisandro Martinez can compensate for his height but admit it can still cause problems

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

4 years

𝔼𝕕𝕦𝕒𝕣𝕕𝕠 ℂ𝕒𝕞𝕒𝕧𝕚𝕟𝕘𝕒 - ℝ𝕖𝕟𝕟𝕖𝕤 - 𝟙𝟠 🇫🇷 I honestly feel like I’m beating a dead horse talking about Camavinga. Everyone knows the name. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe how highly I rate him. He’ll do great things anywhere he plays in any position.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

4 years

ℝ𝕪𝕒𝕟 𝔾𝕣𝕒𝕧𝕖𝕟𝕓𝕖𝕣𝕔𝕙 - 𝔸𝕛𝕒𝕩 - 𝟙𝟠 🇳🇱 First is the most outlandish choice out of the bunch. One of the most talented teenagers in Europe, Gravenberch has mostly been used as a left center-mid in a 4-3-3 this season and even earned a call up to the national team.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

This is my contribution to society today.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

My thoughts on Erling Haaland’s transfer to Manchester City, and what it means for a team like Dortmund moving forward. Warning: You probably won’t agree with everything I say. 👍

The Erling Haaland Dilemma

Does signing a good player always make one team better? And does losing a good player always make one team worse?

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Has anyone written anything on City’s rest defense/why they’re getting hurt so badly in transition?

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Reposting this from @GraceOnFootball because it was excellent.

Did analytics get Naby Keïta wrong?

He was supposed to become a superstar. He hasn't. What happened?

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Fox Sports 'trying to make sense' of Ronaldo on the bench except they refuse to acknowledge that Ronaldo could ever do anything wrong or that Ronaldo is simply not that good at football anymore. Some conversation I'm listening to right now.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

4 years

My personal notes about him: - He’s a leader, even at 18. - His mentality is unbeatable. I can’t see him failing. - He is good at pretty much everything. - I think he’s best in a pivot, not being tied down. - Again, like Gravenberch, he’s versatile.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

4 years

ℝ𝕖𝕟𝕒𝕥𝕠 𝕊𝕒𝕟𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕤 - 𝕃𝕚𝕝𝕝𝕖 - 𝟚𝟛 🇵🇹 Another player that everyone probably remembers, Renato Sanches has rejuvenated his entire career in France with Lille. After finally being given gametime, Renato has become one of the best midfielders in the Ligue 1.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

2 years

Mini-Announcement to kick off February! Going to begin a weekly newsletter called HGAS (How Goals Are Scored) which will do a small tactical analysis of a match and look at how goals come from those tactics (or didn’t). Published every Monday, and maybe twice during UCL weeks.

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John Zuidema

@jwzfootball

3 years

[ 🚨 New Article 🚨] I wrote about my reinvigorated passion, baseball, and how it intersects with football. It’s long, but it’s worth it, I promise. Enjoy!

Lessons for Football, in Baseball

When first seeing this title, many of you would probably assume I’m going to be writing about Moneyball again, rehashing the most dead…

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