Description
Inverting the Pyramid: The History of Football Tactics by Jonathan Wilson is an acclaimed football book that explores the tactical evolution of the world’s most popular sport, from its earliest days to the modern game.
Combining historical research with expert analysis, Wilson traces the development of football formations, playing styles and strategic innovations across different countries and eras. He examines the influential coaches, players and footballing philosophies that transformed the game, while explaining how tactical ideas such as gegenpressing, possession football and the modern role of the goalkeeper have reshaped football at the highest level. This updated edition also explores the innovations of coaches including Pep Guardiola, Jürgen Klopp and Ralf Rangnick, and the continuing evolution of the sport.
Insightful, engaging and meticulously researched, Inverting the Pyramid is an essential read for football enthusiasts, coaches and anyone interested in the tactical history of the beautiful game.
