PlayIQ World Cup: Japan's Offensive Structure
An analysis of Japan's offensive structure at the 2026 World Cup.
PlayIQ World Cup: Japan's Defensive Structure
Japan's 2026 World Cup ended in the Round of 32, but their compact, adaptable block showed real tactical identity. Part 1 of 2: how they defended, and where discipline tipped into passivity.
PlayIQ World Cup: Canada vs Morocco — Tactical Preview
A look at both teams' tactical approaches ahead of their Round of 16 meeting — and the key battle that could decide the match.
PlayIQ World Cup: Norway's Tactical Toolbox
A deep tactical breakdown of Norway's build-up against high blocks at the 2026 World Cup — where individual brilliance from Sørloth and Haaland masks a lack of collective tools that could limit how far they go.
PlayIQ World Cup: Germany vs Ivory Coast
A tactical breakdown of Germany's comeback against Ivory Coast — how the Ivorians' compact pressing and Diomandé's transitions troubled Germany, and how Nagelsmann's second-half adjustments removed the spaces they thrived in.
PlayIQ World Cup: South Korea
A tactical breakdown of South Korea's attacking structure and characteristics from their 2-1 win against Czech Republic.