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PFSA Level 2 qualified Performance & Opposition Analyst 💻 | MSc Performance Analysis in football student at the Global Institute of Sport 📖 | Tactical Analysis of #NCFC for the Pink Un 🔎

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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Kim Hellberg called it a "beautiful game" on Saturday. 👇 Read my analysis to find out what City did well, what they got wrong, & why Wright made such a good impact. #NCFC | #UTB www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Boro defeat
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 4-3 Championship defeat at Middlesbrough
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Clement's clever build-up solution, a secure rest defence, aeriel duel success, fast counters, and a convincing win. Find out more about how Norwich won so comfortably at Bramall Lane in my analysis below. Shares appreciated. 👇 #NCFC | #SUFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Sheffield United win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-1 Championship win at the Blades.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Isn't it nice to see an ncfc side with out-&-out wingers on both sides? Their pace alongside an equally quick CF has added an exciting element to Clement's Canaries. My analysis of City’s 4-1 win against Burnley. 👇 #NCFC | #TwitterClarets www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Burnley win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 4-1 Championship win against the Clarets.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
I rewatched Norwich's loss at The Den so you didn't have to (no I'm not ok). Millwall played very well, but from City's perspective, it was clear to me why they lost. 👇 #NCFC | #Millwall www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Millwall mauling
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-0 Championship defeat against Millwall.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
My first match analysis article of the new season is here! 🔎 And it was an interesting game from a tactical perspective. Both teams attempted to progress using very different structures. 👇 #NCFC | #WBA www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Baggies setback
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-1 Championship defeat against West Brom.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
🔎 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁'𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. 🟡 Data behind Alves signing. 🇧🇷 🟢 The Andre Brooks coup. 🇯🇲 🟡 Yongwa's impressive stats. 🇨🇲 🟢 Squad depth & balance? ⚖️ See how City's signings rank. Shares appreciated. #NCFC | #OTBC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of City's summer spending
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries summer business from Bruno Alves to Darlin Yongwa.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Norwich might have lost on Saturday, but that doesn't tell the full story. They played well, and it's no surprise that City fans are so excited for a future under Clement. Here's why. 👇 #NCFC | #HCAFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Hull swansong
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-1 Championship defeat at Hull City
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
The play-off dream may be over, but these were two sides who are both hoping for brighter futures under very talented head coaches. They're ones to watch next season. My analysis. 👇 #NCFC | #SwanseaCity www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Swansea stalemate
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-1 Championship draw against Swansea
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
It was an impressive comeback from Norwich on Saturday. But what changed, and how did Clement's men ensure a certain midfielder would live to regret his early celebration? #NCFC | #BristolCity www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Bristol City win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 4-2 Championship win at Bristol City
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Norwich weren't bad between both boxes in the East Anglian Derby. But they didn't create enough & Ipswich were more clinical & defensively solid. My tactical analysis. 👇 #NCFC | #ITFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Ipswich defeat
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-0 Championship derby defeat to Ipswich Town
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
What were the tactical adjustments that led to what Clement described as the best performance since his arrival? Find out in my latest tactical analysis article. 👇 #NCFC | #MillwallFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Millwall win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-1 Championship win over Millwall at the Den
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The Turnaround: Clement's astonishing impact at Norwich. 🟡 Points per game boost. 📈 🟢 JHT vs LM vs Clement. 🔍 🟡 The missing piece. 🧩 🟢 A message to Philippe. 📩 #NCFC | via the Pink Un www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Data analysis of Clement’s impact at Norwich
Philippe Clement labelled the Canaries upturn remarkable, and the data backs up an epic Championship turnaround
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Under super Phil Clement, this team are a world away from the side City fans had to watch at the start of the season. 👇 #NCFC | #CAFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Charlton win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-0 Championship win over Charlton at The Valley
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Another win with Clement at the wheel. But it wasn't plain sailing in the 2nd half on Saturday. Find out what went well in the 1st half, & how Preston created problems in the 2nd. 👇 #NCFC | #PNEFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Preston win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-0 Championship win over Preston at Carrow Road.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Norwich's past and present collided on Sunday. It was Farke Vs Clement, albeit with a clear advantage for the Leeds boss. Find out how it played out in my latest tactical analysis piece. #NCFC | #LUFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of FA Cup exit
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-0 FA Cup fifth round defeat at Leeds United
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
It was another deserved win for Norwich on Saturday. Their consistency shows just how far they've come since Clement's appointment. Fluidity with the ball & intensity without it. It's a joy to watch. 👇 #NCFC | #LCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Foxes away win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-0 Championship win at Leicester City
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Norwich's improvement on Saturday was a testament to Clement's coaching ability. But what went wrong in that costly first 20 mins? My analysis below. #NCFC | #BCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Blues defeat
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-1 Championship defeat to Birmingham
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Philippe Clement has allowed Norwich fans to dream big again, and City are finally on a cup run. Go up & win the cup? Have a read of my analysis of another win here. #NCFC | #WBA www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Clement continues to mastermind an impressive upturn at Norwich. Ahead of tonight's game, read about how City gained momentum on Saturday after a mistake-ridden first half. My analysis below. 👇 #NCFC | #Rovers www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Norwich were admirable in defeat on Saturday in a fascinating game involving two of the best & most interesting coaches in the league. Have a read of my tactical analysis here. Likes & shares are really appreciated. 👇 #NCFC | #Boro | #UTB www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Clement's at the wheel! 🇧🇪 'The contrast between this performance & the reverse fixture earlier in the season was stark.' Monday was a game of tactical nous & counter-attacking threat. Find out why below. 👇 #NCFC | #PUSB www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
We're lucky to have a manager like Philippe Clement at Norwich. What he's done with this squad is remarkable. 🇧🇪 Saturday was a significant win on the path towards survival. My analysis. 👇 Likes and shares appreciated. #NCFC | #WxmAFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Wrexham win
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-1 Championship win against Wrexham
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
It wasn't the toughest test for Norwich without the ball, but this was surely Clement's blueprint for the dominance he wants from his side in possession. 👇 #NCFC | #WalsallFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Walsall walloping
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 5-1 FA Cup third round win over Walsall
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Two good coaches, a snowy pitch, build-up battles, a second half drop off, and chance creation. It's all covered in my tactical analysis of Norwich's slip up against Stoke. Likes and shares appreciated. 👍 #NCFC | #SCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Stoke setback
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-0 Championship defeat against Stoke City
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Back to work analysing NCFC after a short break for a uni assessment. An interesting game on Saturday. Finding solutions to intense pressing, a moment of quality, & a last-minute underload. All in my latest analysis column. 👇 #NCFC | #PNEFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Preston stalemate
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-1 Championship draw against Preston
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Norwich deserved more than a loss on Saturday. There were some good elements of their build-up & their pressing. But the game turned after 2nd-half improvements from Watford. Find out how ahead of tonight's game. 👇 #NCFC | #WatfordFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Watford setback
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-2 Championship defeat at Watford
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
🗣 Philippe Clement: "We found the spaces that we were trying to find [and] that we trained on." Find out what spaces in my tactical analysis piece below. Clement is a seriously good coach. #NCFC | #QPR www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
While there was some poor defending on Saturday, there were at least moments of promise. 👇 Ahead of Philippe Clement's first game in charge at Carrow Road, read my first analysis of his Norwich side here. 🇧🇪 #NCFC | #BCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Philippe Clement: tactical analysis & what to expect at Norwich. 🇧🇪 📉 Pressure on Knapper. 🟡 Build-up dynamics. 🟢 Positional interchanges. 🟡 Pressing variations. 🟢 Fast transitions. Worked hard on this, so any shares would be really appreciated. #NCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Formations, flexibility and pressing: Inside new City boss Clement's tactics
Philippe Clement arrives at Norwich City with an impressive CV. Tactical guru Ben Lee has delved into his coaching set-ups with previous clubs.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
A settled-play adjustment, pressing errors, breaking the lines, late tactical changes... Here's my analysis of Liam Manning's final game at NCFC. Shares appreciated. 👍 #NCFC | #LCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
In my analysis article this week, I focus exclusively on Norwich in possession & their failure to adapt to a tactical change. How did Hull's tactical adjustment help to end Norwich's dominance? Find out below. 👇 #NCFC | #HCAFC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Hull home defeat
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 2-0 Championship defeat to Hull City
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
There were quite a few in-game adjustments on Saturday. Some of them have been misinterpreted. Some of them worked, some of them didn't. Read my tactical analysis below, where I attempt to make sense of the changes. #NCFC | #Swans www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Despite a few better moments of progression, Norwich remain too easy to play against out of possession, and they lack creativity in possession. It's not the best combination. Have a read of my analysis below. 👇 #NCFC | #BristolCity www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Bristol City dirge
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-0 Championship defeat to Bristol City
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Oliver Savory @oliverj0.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Really interesting article. Lends weight to my feelings that last season we were actually not that bad until the final run, and were largely better than we currently are. We'll never know if JHT would've been able to turn it around this season, but it's currently not looking better #ncfc
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
From Thorup to Manning: The data behind the transition. 🟡 Thorup Vs Manning. ⚽️ 🟢 A stylistic change. 📊 🟡 Gunn Vs Kovacevic. 🧤 🟢 Underachieving under JHT. 🇩🇰 Worked hard on this, so any shares would be really appreciated. 👍 #NCFC | #OTBC www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: From Thorup to Manning: The data behind City's transition
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries tactical shift from former head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup to Liam Manning ahead of the Championship return.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
It was the result many Norwich fans feared was likely. And despite some good moments of pressure from City, Ipswich deserved it. Their patience paid off. Read my full tactical analysis below. 👇 #NCFC | #ITFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Ipswich derby defeat
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-1 Championship defeat at Ipswich Town
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
A good away point at Stoke on Saturday. But it was another disappointing performance. Very little control with or without the ball. We need to see big improvements in every phase over the next 2 games. My analysis. 👇 #NCFC | #SCFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Stoke stalemate
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-1 Championship draw at Stoke
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
It was a tough watch for Norwich fans on Saturday. Some concerning moments out of possession and far too much risk-aversion with the ball. Have a read of my full tactical breakdown here. #NCFC | #WxmAFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Wrexham reverse
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 3-2 Championship Wrexham defeat
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Coventry posed a unique challenge for Norwich on Saturday. It was a really interesting game from a tactical perspective. But Norwich did well to come away with a respectable point. Have a read of my analysis below. #NCFC | #PUSB | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Coventry deadlock
Ben Lee analyses the Canaries 1-1 Championship draw at Coventry
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
'The base formation myth: why static formations don't tell the full story.' Shares appreciated. 🟡 A back four vs a five. 🟢 Changing to a four? 🟡 Quotes from Manning. 🟢 Formation vs phase analysis. #NCFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Manning, City and the base formation myth
Ben Lee analyses the debate and the tactical reality around Liam Manning's Canaries base formation in the Championship.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
Saturday's win felt like a significant one. It changed the narrative from despair to unity going into the break. It was also an interesting game tactically, with some new structural variations from City. 👇 #NCFC | #Rovers | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
A great away win to build some momentum for Liam Manning's Norwich on Saturday. Resolute defending and two well-worked set-piece routines made the difference. Have a read of my analysis below. 👇 #NCFC | #Pompey | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Pompey win
Ben Lee analyses a 2-1 Canaries Championship win at Portsmouth.
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CJ Löffler @cjlfflr.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Plugging one of my favourite people in the football media: Ben has been running @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social for a while now, and he's the best in the business. So insightful, whether or not you're a Norwich fan. He's also been good enough to venture into Bluesky, so show him some love. #NCFC #OTBC
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Pressing issues, deep build-up escapes, a lack of attacking threat, backs to goal, & tactical tweaks. Have a read of my first match analysis article of the season. Shares appreciated. #NCFC | #Millwall | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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Ben Lee: Tactical analysis of Millwall opener
Ben Lee analyses a 2-1 Canaries Championship defeat against Millwall.
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
Back to work ahead of the new season. What should we expect from Liam Manning's NCFC? 🟡 GK as a CB in build-up? 🟢 Long or short goal kicks? 🟡 Rotations & a box midfield. 🟢 Pressing variations. #NCFC | #OTBC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Thanks a lot to anyone who's read my work this season, and a special thanks to those of you who help to promote it. 💛 For the final time this season, here's my tactical analysis of Saturday's game. 👇 #NCFC | #CCFC | #AFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
In Jack Wilshere's first game as Norwich's interim head coach, two sides led by Premier League legends faced off. #AFC #MUFC Have a read of my tactical analysis of Saturday's positive response below. Likes & shares appreciated. #NCFC | #Boro | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
Lots of positives yesterday, & we should get behind Wilshere & the team, but here are my thoughts on the JHT sacking. 👇 'This wasn't what Norwich fans were sold.' Lmk your thoughts. Shares appreciated. 👍 #NCFC www.pinkun.com/sport/opinio...
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Ben Lee: JHT, Glen and what might have been
Johannes Hoff Thorup’s tenure will always be part of Ben Knapper’s Canaries project contends Ben Lee. He can’t erase it and restart. It’s…
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Two halves, two very different approaches from JHT's side, & a new structure in the first half. Have a read of my latest tactical analysis piece to find out how Norwich's setup changed in the second half on Friday. #NCFC | #Clarets | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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NCFC Analysis @ncfc-analysis.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Plymouth won more tackles, more ground duels, more aerial duels, & profited from defensive errors on Saturday. The 2nd half was better, after a strong impact from Wright, but it wasn't enough, & JHT has a decision to make today. 👇 #NCFC | #PAFC | ttx www.pinkun.com/sport/norwic...
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