Louis Bent
@louisbent.bsky.social
Media Officer at The Albion Foundation and West Bromwich Albion Women. 🤳
Osasuna using Alessio Lisci’s favoured 3-5-2 during today’s friendly defeat to Real Sociedad, you say? 😏
More on what to expect from the Roman and his chaos-ensuing style here! 👇
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More on what to expect from the Roman and his chaos-ensuing style here! 👇
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Controlled chaos: Why Alessio Lisci could thrive at Osasuna
Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again?
medium.com
July 30, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Osasuna using Alessio Lisci’s favoured 3-5-2 during today’s friendly defeat to Real Sociedad, you say? 😏
More on what to expect from the Roman and his chaos-ensuing style here! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
More on what to expect from the Roman and his chaos-ensuing style here! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
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Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again? ✍️
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Controlled chaos: Why Alessio Lisci could thrive at Osasuna
Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again?
medium.com
July 23, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again? ✍️
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
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🔺 Chaos creators.
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
July 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
🔺 Chaos creators.
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
🔺 Chaos creators.
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
July 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
🔺 Chaos creators.
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
🔺 High pressers.
🔺 Duel winners.
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were full of frenzy last season, and the Roman will now take his chaos an hour down the road to Osasuna. 👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again? ✍️
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Controlled chaos: Why Alessio Lisci could thrive at Osasuna
Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again?
medium.com
July 23, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Alessio Lisci’s Mirandes were the Cinderella story of the Segunda season. Now Osasuna-bound, can he upset the applecart again? ✍️
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Read a tactical breakdown of his suitability for the role below! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Of Europe’s top five leagues, somehow only one title race went down to the final day, an unimaginative end to the continent’s elite contests. ✍️
Enter Spain’s Segunda Division, which is set for a four-way tussle for its two promotion places as the final matchday looms. 👇
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Enter Spain’s Segunda Division, which is set for a four-way tussle for its two promotion places as the final matchday looms. 👇
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As the rest of Europe disappoint, Segunda never will
Only one title race in Europe’s top five leagues went down to the wire. For entertainment, Spain’s Segunda Division’s final matchday awaits.
medium.com
May 30, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Of Europe’s top five leagues, somehow only one title race went down to the final day, an unimaginative end to the continent’s elite contests. ✍️
Enter Spain’s Segunda Division, which is set for a four-way tussle for its two promotion places as the final matchday looms. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Enter Spain’s Segunda Division, which is set for a four-way tussle for its two promotion places as the final matchday looms. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
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In our latest analysis piece, we examine how Los Pepineros are fighting, and may avoid going down in the process🔎
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/03/18/a...
#Leganes
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#Leganes
Analysis: How Leganes and Borja Jimenez are competing against the odds
When Leganes were promoted, there was little to suggest they had the talent to compete in La Liga. But Borja Jimenez has found a way to do just that.
www.football-espana.net
March 18, 2025 at 6:17 PM
In our latest analysis piece, we examine how Los Pepineros are fighting, and may avoid going down in the process🔎
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/03/18/a...
#Leganes
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
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#Leganes
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In our latest analysis piece, we look at the tactical breakdown of Martinez's methods, beyond what he may have done for their morale.
A system that has the best out of Dario Essugo, Kirian Rodriguez and Alberto Moleiro.
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/31/a...
A system that has the best out of Dario Essugo, Kirian Rodriguez and Alberto Moleiro.
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/31/a...
How Diego Martinez has turned around Las Palmas
Las Palmas have turned things around under Diego Martinez this season after a terrible start, but just how has he done it?
www.football-espana.net
January 31, 2025 at 12:03 PM
In our latest analysis piece, we look at the tactical breakdown of Martinez's methods, beyond what he may have done for their morale.
A system that has the best out of Dario Essugo, Kirian Rodriguez and Alberto Moleiro.
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/31/a...
A system that has the best out of Dario Essugo, Kirian Rodriguez and Alberto Moleiro.
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/31/a...
18-year-old Juma Bah was signed at the back of a petrol station in Freetown, Sierra Leone. ⛽
Since then, he has risen into a dependable figure within the Real Valladolid back-line.
Read lengthy analysis on one of #LaLiga's most exciting defensive talents. 👇
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Since then, he has risen into a dependable figure within the Real Valladolid back-line.
Read lengthy analysis on one of #LaLiga's most exciting defensive talents. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Lessons in defending at the foot of La Liga | Juma Bah
Juma Bah, signed in a petrol station, and now Real Valladolid’s duel-winning machine. Find out exactly how the 18-year-old is flourishing.
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January 15, 2025 at 10:09 AM
18-year-old Juma Bah was signed at the back of a petrol station in Freetown, Sierra Leone. ⛽
Since then, he has risen into a dependable figure within the Real Valladolid back-line.
Read lengthy analysis on one of #LaLiga's most exciting defensive talents. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Since then, he has risen into a dependable figure within the Real Valladolid back-line.
Read lengthy analysis on one of #LaLiga's most exciting defensive talents. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
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By all means, tell us what's wrong with it. We like a healthy debate.
But first, read the reasoning (and the honourable mentions)🗞️
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#LaLiga
But first, read the reasoning (and the honourable mentions)🗞️
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/08/l...
#LaLiga
La Liga Team of the Season 2024/25 - The story so far
As La Liga comes out of its winter hibernation, here is the team of the season so far at the halfway point, with Barcelona featuring heavily.
www.football-espana.net
January 10, 2025 at 12:07 PM
By all means, tell us what's wrong with it. We like a healthy debate.
But first, read the reasoning (and the honourable mentions)🗞️
✍️ @louisbent.bsky.social
www.football-espana.net/2025/01/08/l...
#LaLiga
But first, read the reasoning (and the honourable mentions)🗞️
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www.football-espana.net/2025/01/08/l...
#LaLiga
Plenty of sleep lost choosing this one. Made me realise how stacked #LaLiga is for midfield quality in particular.
The likes of Pedri (just), Jude, Lo Celso, Barrios, Sancet and Casado missing out is an indication of the division’s vessel of strength in that position.
The likes of Pedri (just), Jude, Lo Celso, Barrios, Sancet and Casado missing out is an indication of the division’s vessel of strength in that position.
As we come out of the winter break and into the first weekend of La Liga in 2025 proper, here's our look back at the first half of the campaign.
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
January 10, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Plenty of sleep lost choosing this one. Made me realise how stacked #LaLiga is for midfield quality in particular.
The likes of Pedri (just), Jude, Lo Celso, Barrios, Sancet and Casado missing out is an indication of the division’s vessel of strength in that position.
The likes of Pedri (just), Jude, Lo Celso, Barrios, Sancet and Casado missing out is an indication of the division’s vessel of strength in that position.
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As we come out of the winter break and into the first weekend of La Liga in 2025 proper, here's our look back at the first half of the campaign.
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
January 10, 2025 at 11:41 AM
As we come out of the winter break and into the first weekend of La Liga in 2025 proper, here's our look back at the first half of the campaign.
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
#LaLiga team of the season so far, by @louisbent.bsky.social 👇
Spain look set for the years ahead in the centre-back position. 🗞️
Their best run since Marchena-Puyol-Pique-Ramos could be upon us.
For @footballespana.bsky.social. ✍️
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/26/a...
Their best run since Marchena-Puyol-Pique-Ramos could be upon us.
For @footballespana.bsky.social. ✍️
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/26/a...
A golden era: How Spain’s centre-back succession has them set for the years to come - Football España
For club sides, planning a line of progression for players in each position is a tricky, yet intrinsically controlled task that can be incredibly rewarding, and one that allows them to stay ahead of r...
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December 27, 2024 at 10:06 PM
Spain look set for the years ahead in the centre-back position. 🗞️
Their best run since Marchena-Puyol-Pique-Ramos could be upon us.
For @footballespana.bsky.social. ✍️
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/26/a...
Their best run since Marchena-Puyol-Pique-Ramos could be upon us.
For @footballespana.bsky.social. ✍️
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/26/a...
Barcelona haven't won without Lamine Yamal in their #LaLiga starting XI this season, but why do they collapse without him? 🧐
Complimentary pairings, difference in depth options and the numbers that prove his importance - all covered here.
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Complimentary pairings, difference in depth options and the numbers that prove his importance - all covered here.
👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
Why do Barcelona struggle so much without Lamine Yamal?
Barcelona have not won without Lamine Yamal in their La Liga starting XI this season, but why do they collapse without him?
medium.com
December 8, 2024 at 9:41 AM
Barcelona haven't won without Lamine Yamal in their #LaLiga starting XI this season, but why do they collapse without him? 🧐
Complimentary pairings, difference in depth options and the numbers that prove his importance - all covered here.
👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
Complimentary pairings, difference in depth options and the numbers that prove his importance - all covered here.
👉 medium.com/@louisbent51...
Fer Lopez makes his #LaLiga debut for Celta Vigo this evening, the 20-year-old becomes the fourth #Vigo academy product to make a debut under Claudio Giráldez.
More on his reign here for @footballespana.bsky.social 👉 www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
More on his reign here for @footballespana.bsky.social 👉 www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
December 6, 2024 at 7:22 PM
Fer Lopez makes his #LaLiga debut for Celta Vigo this evening, the 20-year-old becomes the fourth #Vigo academy product to make a debut under Claudio Giráldez.
More on his reign here for @footballespana.bsky.social 👉 www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
More on his reign here for @footballespana.bsky.social 👉 www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
Enjoyed making my bow on the @footballespana.bsky.social site, dipping back into Claudio Giráldez’s Celta Vigo side.
Give it a read below! 👇
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
#LaLiga #CeltaVigo
Give it a read below! 👇
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
#LaLiga #CeltaVigo
ANALYSIS: Some risks are worth taking - Claudio Giraldez at Celta Vigo is testimony to that - Football España
Taking a gamble on an inexperienced manager whilst precariously hovering above the relegation zone isn’t for everyone and very seldom works out well. Yet for Celta Vigo in March of 2024 – a punt on th...
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December 6, 2024 at 11:57 AM
Enjoyed making my bow on the @footballespana.bsky.social site, dipping back into Claudio Giráldez’s Celta Vigo side.
Give it a read below! 👇
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
#LaLiga #CeltaVigo
Give it a read below! 👇
www.football-espana.net/2024/12/05/a...
#LaLiga #CeltaVigo
A 5-0 defeat to Atleti was the final straw for Pezzolano at Valladolid.
Credit to get them promoted, but this #LaLiga season is at risk of slipping into anonymity, that’s if it’s not already there.
They must find ways to create that don’t rely on the individual quality of Moro.
Credit to get them promoted, but this #LaLiga season is at risk of slipping into anonymity, that’s if it’s not already there.
They must find ways to create that don’t rely on the individual quality of Moro.
December 1, 2024 at 9:58 AM
A 5-0 defeat to Atleti was the final straw for Pezzolano at Valladolid.
Credit to get them promoted, but this #LaLiga season is at risk of slipping into anonymity, that’s if it’s not already there.
They must find ways to create that don’t rely on the individual quality of Moro.
Credit to get them promoted, but this #LaLiga season is at risk of slipping into anonymity, that’s if it’s not already there.
They must find ways to create that don’t rely on the individual quality of Moro.
Some showing from Vigo this evening to come from two goals down against Barcelona to grab a point.
Having an excellent coach like Giráldez paying dividends once again! 👇
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Having an excellent coach like Giráldez paying dividends once again! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Diamonds, flying wing-backs, and incisive attacking: Claudio Giráldez’s Celta Vigo
Under Rafa Benítez, Celta moved like a sluggish pendulum, while Giráldez’s takeover saw them dance with the rhythm of a well-tuned clock.
medium.com
November 23, 2024 at 9:55 PM
Some showing from Vigo this evening to come from two goals down against Barcelona to grab a point.
Having an excellent coach like Giráldez paying dividends once again! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Having an excellent coach like Giráldez paying dividends once again! 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Delighted to have graduated from the University of Gloucestershire with a first class honours degree in Sports Journalism today.
A real honour to win the Martin Bradshaw Sports Journalism Prize too. 🏆
Most importantly, it’s a wrap on a fantastic journey, completed alongside some amazing people!
A real honour to win the Martin Bradshaw Sports Journalism Prize too. 🏆
Most importantly, it’s a wrap on a fantastic journey, completed alongside some amazing people!
November 22, 2024 at 8:13 PM
Delighted to have graduated from the University of Gloucestershire with a first class honours degree in Sports Journalism today.
A real honour to win the Martin Bradshaw Sports Journalism Prize too. 🏆
Most importantly, it’s a wrap on a fantastic journey, completed alongside some amazing people!
A real honour to win the Martin Bradshaw Sports Journalism Prize too. 🏆
Most importantly, it’s a wrap on a fantastic journey, completed alongside some amazing people!
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Imanol Alguacil's Real Sociedad handed Barcelona their second #LaLiga defeat of the season on Sunday:
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
How Real Sociedad matched intensity with instruction en route to Barcelona victory
No team had stopped Barcelona from hitting a shot on target in La Liga since 2014, until they travelled to Imanol Alguacil’s Real Sociedad.
medium.com
November 19, 2024 at 9:48 PM
Imanol Alguacil's Real Sociedad handed Barcelona their second #LaLiga defeat of the season on Sunday:
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
Imanol Alguacil's Real Sociedad handed Barcelona their second #LaLiga defeat of the season on Sunday:
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
How Real Sociedad matched intensity with instruction en route to Barcelona victory
No team had stopped Barcelona from hitting a shot on target in La Liga since 2014, until they travelled to Imanol Alguacil’s Real Sociedad.
medium.com
November 19, 2024 at 9:48 PM
Imanol Alguacil's Real Sociedad handed Barcelona their second #LaLiga defeat of the season on Sunday:
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...
⚡️ A detailed, organised press.
🏁 Infiltrating the notorious offside trap.
🔵 How they maintained energy levels.
Read the full tactical breakdown below. 👇
medium.com/@louisbent51...