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The PuristWhy do Barcelona struggle against 5-at-the-back?As I explored in my assessment of Barcelona’s recent victory over Sevilla, there are signs that Xavi Hernández is doing more than just…Apr 13, 2022Apr 13, 2022
The Purist3 things you might’ve missed from #BarçaSevillaXavi wins the tactical battle as Barca go secondApr 4, 2022Apr 4, 2022
The PuristIs Xavi planning to ditch the 4–3–3? (Three clues that he might be)Xavi Hernández’s rebuild at Barcelona is going well. So far.Apr 1, 2022Apr 1, 2022
The PuristRaphinha — Elite Winger or Overperformer?A statistical comparison with Europe’s best forwardsMar 31, 2022Mar 31, 2022
The PuristFranck Kessié — Full Tactical ProfileCan the Ivorian break into Barca’s first XI?Mar 24, 2022Mar 24, 2022
The PuristThe Philosophy That Won El ClásicoBarcelona return. Like a roaring, wounded bull, they stormed the Bernabéu and eviscerated their rivals Real Madrid for the first time since…Mar 21, 2022Mar 21, 2022