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#Tactics

# tactics - Friday 16 May, 2014

From The42 O'Connor won't be 'pulling rabbits out of hats' as Leinster face familiar foes Tactics

O'Connor won't be 'pulling rabbits out of hats' as Leinster face familiar foes

May 16th 2014, 7:30 AM 2,487 Views 3 Comments

The Australian head coach admits that Ulster will not be lacking in motivation given their recent history against Leinster.

# tactics - Tuesday 13 May, 2014

From The42 Van Gaal: My philosophy is attacking, technical and tactical Brilliant Orange

Van Gaal: My philosophy is attacking, technical and tactical

May 13th 2014, 1:47 PM 5,753 Views 8 Comments

The Dutchman’s fascinating interview with FIFA last year deserves your attention.

# tactics - Thursday 8 May, 2014

From The42 Super Rugby shows the way in clinical attacking from scrum platform Analysis

Super Rugby shows the way in clinical attacking from scrum platform

May 8th 2014, 8:30 AM 6,389 Views 11 Comments

Using videos and GIFs of some of last weekend’s Super Rugby action, we look at some strong examples.

# tactics - Thursday 3 April, 2014

From The42 Rugby technique: Short restarts offer rewards but involve high risks Kicking

Rugby technique: Short restarts offer rewards but involve high risks

Apr 3rd 2014, 1:10 PM 5,856 Views 12 Comments

Jonny Sexton showed the potential dangers of attempting short restarts during the recent Six Nations.

# tactics - Tuesday 25 March, 2014

From The42 5 central issues in the build-up to the Leinster v Munster inter-provincial clash Derby

5 central issues in the build-up to the Leinster v Munster inter-provincial clash

Mar 25th 2014, 2:46 PM 8,137 Views 8 Comments

Matt O’Connor’s impact on Leinster, Rob Penney operating with freedom and the benefits of Ireland’s success.

# tactics - Monday 24 March, 2014

From The42 Connacht used the rolling maul to really, really good effect against Dragons Winning Streak This post contains videos

Connacht used the rolling maul to really, really good effect against Dragons

Mar 24th 2014, 11:42 AM 3,462 Views 9 Comments

Anything Ireland can do, Pat Lam’s lads can do better.

# tactics - Saturday 15 March, 2014

From The42 4 key tactical areas for Ireland to rule at the Stade de France Tactics Board

4 key tactical areas for Ireland to rule at the Stade de France

Mar 15th 2014, 7:00 AM 3,846 Views 3 Comments

The set-piece will be vital against France, as will holding onto the ball and the impact of the bench.

# tactics - Thursday 13 March, 2014

From The42 Rugby technique: Counter-attacking against the grain offers real chances Space

Rugby technique: Counter-attacking against the grain offers real chances

Mar 13th 2014, 8:30 AM 4,932 Views 5 Comments

Shifting possession to the far side of the pitch following a transfer of possession may not always be the ideal tactic.

# tactics - Monday 10 March, 2014

From The42 Sexton trusts in Schmidt's game plan ahead of Parisian cup final Tactics

Sexton trusts in Schmidt's game plan ahead of Parisian cup final

Mar 10th 2014, 5:04 PM 15,851 Views 13 Comments

The Ireland out-half says he and his teammates will remain performance-focused despite what’s on the line.

# tactics - Friday 7 March, 2014

From The42 Four tactical keys for Ireland to unlock Italian resistance Drawing Board

Four tactical keys for Ireland to unlock Italian resistance

Mar 7th 2014, 4:25 PM 4,605 Views 2 Comments

Because there will be 45 players not called Brian O’Driscoll on the field tomorrow.

# tactics - Wednesday 26 February, 2014

From The42 Schmidt laments loss of control in frenetic endgame at Twickenham Clutch

Schmidt laments loss of control in frenetic endgame at Twickenham

Feb 26th 2014, 8:00 AM 10,283 Views 35 Comments

‘We lost a bit of shape, maybe tried a bit too hard in that last 10 minutes,” says the head coach.

# tactics - Friday 7 February, 2014

From The42 Schmidt has struggled to find weaknesses amidst Welsh strengths Tactics

Schmidt has struggled to find weaknesses amidst Welsh strengths

Feb 7th 2014, 8:40 AM 5,760 Views 19 Comments

Ireland’s head coach has pinpointed discipline and dealing with Wales’ kicking game as essential in Dublin tomorrow.

# tactics - Thursday 5 December, 2013

From The42 Bernard Jackman: Toulouse have become more predictable Fading

Bernard Jackman: Toulouse have become more predictable

Dec 5th 2013, 4:56 PM 8,338 Views 3 Comments

The former Ireland hooker gives us the view from France as Connacht prepare for Heineken Cup action.

# tactics - Sunday 17 November, 2013

From The42 Joe Schmidt is a big influence on my coaching style - Conor O'Shea Longread

Joe Schmidt is a big influence on my coaching style - Conor O'Shea

Nov 17th 2013, 9:00 AM 4,114 Views No Comments

The Harlequins Director of rugby joined us to discuss the attacking philosophy that drives his passion for the game.

# tactics - Monday 4 November, 2013

From The42 Ireland should look to the air against Samoa Tactics

Ireland should look to the air against Samoa

Nov 4th 2013, 7:15 AM 4,167 Views 9 Comments

Joe Schmidt’s side could get great reward by being ambitious with their restarts and contesting box kicks.

# tactics - Tuesday 8 October, 2013

From The42 Ireland may look to Stokes to man-mark Özil Tactics

Ireland may look to Stokes to man-mark Özil

Oct 8th 2013, 7:55 PM 4,037 Views 19 Comments

Stokes “well capable” of tracking Arsenal assist king, says interim manager Noel King.

# tactics - Tuesday 24 September, 2013

From The42 Penney must give Murray more responsibility at Munster Tactics

Penney must give Murray more responsibility at Munster

Sep 24th 2013, 1:01 PM 3,530 Views 15 Comments

The 24-year-old is ready to be a more prominent decision maker for the province.

# tactics - Thursday 8 August, 2013

From The42 Schmidt success with Ireland depends on provinces, says Horgan Green Shoots

Schmidt success with Ireland depends on provinces, says Horgan

Aug 8th 2013, 7:18 PM 4,961 Views 16 Comments

And the way Joe Schmidt is going about his job, he agrees.

# tactics - Tuesday 23 July, 2013

From The42 Brazilian player tries to stop low free-kick — by lying down behind the wall Tactics This post contains videos

Brazilian player tries to stop low free-kick — by lying down behind the wall

Jul 23rd 2013, 12:36 PM 7,651 Views 1 Comment

That’s an A+ for creativity…

# tactics - Wednesday 26 December, 2012

From The42 Talking tactics: bringing new Gaelic football innovations to book Tactics

Talking tactics: bringing new Gaelic football innovations to book

Dec 26th 2012, 7:00 PM 4,416 Views No Comments

Emmet Ryan reckoned he say a gap in the market – writing about football in a new way.

# tactics - Tuesday 25 December, 2012

From The42 No rest: How Donegal can retain Sam in 2013 GAA

No rest: How Donegal can retain Sam in 2013

Dec 25th 2012, 7:31 PM 2,174 Views 4 Comments

Winning one All-Ireland is tough, retaining the title is tougher. Emmet Ryan, author of Tactics not Passion, looks at what Donegal needs to do to win Sam again in 2013 and how the rest of the country will try to stop them.

# tactics - Sunday 23 December, 2012

From The42 The Sunday Papers: some of the week's best sportswriting Long Reads

The Sunday Papers: some of the week's best sportswriting

Dec 23rd 2012, 7:43 AM 1,254 Views No Comments

Pursuit of Lance, a farewell to Páidí and the tactical innovations of the year in soccer. Get the kettle on there.

# tactics - Tuesday 18 December, 2012

From The42 Inside knowledge: Chelsea's tactics found in dressing room bin Instructions

Inside knowledge: Chelsea's tactics found in dressing room bin

Dec 18th 2012, 2:31 PM 2,608 Views 1 Comment

Brazilian journalists came across what are believed to be the notes of Rafa Benitez after Sunday’s defeat to Corinthians.

# tactics - Tuesday 13 November, 2012

From The42 Whelan frustrated by Ireland's 4-4-2 mismatch Ireland V Greece

Whelan frustrated by Ireland's 4-4-2 mismatch

Nov 13th 2012, 6:02 PM 8,105 Views 18 Comments

Glenn Whelan feels that Ireland are being overpowered in midfield because Giovanni Trapattoni keeps sticking to a 4-4-2 formation.

# tactics - Monday 5 November, 2012

From The42 Northern exposure: how St Eunan's were crowned Donegal champions Tactics

Northern exposure: how St Eunan's were crowned Donegal champions

Nov 5th 2012, 5:08 PM 818 Views No Comments

St Eunan’s rode a strong defensive performance to pull out an unlikely victory in the Donegal Final on Sunday. Emmet Ryan was in Ballybofey.

# tactics - Sunday 30 September, 2012

From The42 Daithi Regan's key All-Ireland SHC final duel Tactics

Daithi Regan's key All-Ireland SHC final duel

Sep 30th 2012, 9:00 AM 2,302 Views 6 Comments

TheScore.ie’s hurling analyst looks at a match-up which could have a critical bearing on today’s decider.

# tactics - Friday 21 September, 2012

From The42 Donegal v Mayo: where the game will be won and lost this Sunday Tactics

Donegal v Mayo: where the game will be won and lost this Sunday

Sep 21st 2012, 2:01 PM 2,069 Views No Comments

Emmet Ryan breaks down the key areas that will decide the Sam Maguire’s destination this Sunday afternoon.

# tactics - Wednesday 19 September, 2012

From The42 Tommy Lyons: "What really winds me up is Martin McHugh." Criticism

Tommy Lyons: "What really winds me up is Martin McHugh."

Sep 19th 2012, 7:45 AM 8,135 Views 19 Comments

The ex Dubs boss is not too pleased with the Sunday Game pundit’s recent analysis of the All-Ireland semi-finals.

# tactics - Monday 27 August, 2012

From The42 Patrick Kelly: "Most people wouldn't be fans of it but they're revolutionizing tactics." All-Ireland SFC

Patrick Kelly: "Most people wouldn't be fans of it but they're revolutionizing tactics."

Aug 27th 2012, 6:43 PM 2,002 Views 2 Comments

The Ballincollig club man believes that Donegal have to be credited for their winning display in Croke Park yesterday.

From The42 Murph’s Sideline Cut: "Tomás Ó Sé said last week that you can’t train yourself for a match against Donegal – you have to experience it." Column

Murph’s Sideline Cut: "Tomás Ó Sé said last week that you can’t train yourself for a match against Donegal – you have to experience it."

Aug 27th 2012, 3:30 PM 3,102 Views 2 Comments

The composure, athleticism and hunger of the Donegal players proved critical in seeing off Cork yesterday, writes Ciaran Murphy.

# tactics - Monday 20 August, 2012

From The42 Talking Points: Kilkenny v Tipperary, All-Ireland SHC semi-final Post-Match Debate

Talking Points: Kilkenny v Tipperary, All-Ireland SHC semi-final

Aug 20th 2012, 12:19 PM 6,694 Views 11 Comments

Here are some of the key issues that arose after yesterday’s All-Ireland senior hurling semi-final.

# tactics - Thursday 16 August, 2012

From The42 McGuinness defends Donegal style as they mount All-Ireland challenge Tactics

McGuinness defends Donegal style as they mount All-Ireland challenge

Aug 16th 2012, 10:08 AM 681 Views No Comments

It may be derided but the manager of the side that has claimed the last two Ulster titles is perfectly happy with the football philosophy of his team as they gear up for Sunday week’s All-Ireland semi-final.

# tactics - Wednesday 15 August, 2012

From The42 Darran O'Sullivan: "The best footballers aren’t the best players any more." Aesthetics

Darran O'Sullivan: "The best footballers aren’t the best players any more."

Aug 15th 2012, 11:07 AM 1,935 Views 22 Comments

The Kerry attacker is unsure if the changing styles in Gaelic Football are a positive move for the game.

# tactics - Monday 11 June, 2012

From The42 Cork v Kerry: why the Kingdom will have to come again Tactics

Cork v Kerry: why the Kingdom will have to come again

Jun 11th 2012, 7:46 AM 501 Views No Comments

Emmet Ryan breaks down yesterday’s Munster SFC semi-final which saw the Rebels run out five-point winners on Leeside.

# tactics - Thursday 7 June, 2012

From The42 We meet again... who'll come out on top in clash of Cork and Kerry? Tactics

We meet again... who'll come out on top in clash of Cork and Kerry?

Jun 7th 2012, 10:49 AM 217 Views No Comments

The Rebels host their Jack O’Connor’s side on Leeside this Sunday. Here’s how Emmet Ryan thinks it’ll pan out in the Park.

# tactics - Monday 4 June, 2012

From The42 I might play one up front against Croatia, says Trap Tactics

I might play one up front against Croatia, says Trap

Jun 4th 2012, 10:31 PM 4,573 Views 20 Comments

Ireland were overrun by their hosts in Budapest at times tonight.

# tactics - Friday 16 September, 2011

From The42 Tactics board: 6 ways the Dubs can beat Kerry on Sunday Plan Of Attack

Tactics board: 6 ways the Dubs can beat Kerry on Sunday

Sep 16th 2011, 3:50 PM 471 Views 2 Comments

Ger McCarthy highlights the major dos and don’ts for Dublin ahead of the big dance on Sunday.

# tactics - Friday 5 August, 2011

From The42 This is what an NFL playbook looks like Booksmarts This post contains images

This is what an NFL playbook looks like

Aug 5th 2011, 12:17 PM 1,141 Views No Comments

Ever wanted to know just what’s in one of those hefty playbooks NFL coaches are always lugging around? Diagrams a quantum physicist would struggle to decipher, is what.

# tactics - Wednesday 20 July, 2011

From The42 Talkin' tactics: what Waterford must do to beat Galway on Sunday Gameplan

Talkin' tactics: what Waterford must do to beat Galway on Sunday

Jul 20th 2011, 6:06 PM 558 Views No Comments

The Déise are drinking in the last-chance saloon following their humiliation by Tipperary. Here are some the key areas that Davy Fitz and his backroom staff should be looking at.

# tactics - Friday 20 May, 2011

From The42 The Bootroom - how did the Irish do in England this year? Chalkboard This post contains videos

The Bootroom - how did the Irish do in England this year?

May 20th 2011, 12:11 PM 194 Views No Comments

As Giovanni Trapattoni prepares for a crucial trip to Skopje next month and the Premier League season winds down – how exactly did our boys do?

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