This article is part of a wider series in partnership with Football Manager 26, which looks at the strengths and weaknesses of famous historical and contemporary tactics. Whether it be Antonio Conte ...

While football continues to evolve, one trend has stood out in recent years: the rise of the back three in modern football. As tactical demands shift, this formation has helped elite teams stay ...

Cristian Chivu will keep the 3-5-2 formation at Inter Milan, but could switch to a back four as next season goes on. This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello ...