Bergas
@bergas.bsky.social
Father of theflanker.id. Also words for Analytics FC, The Transfer Flow, Total Football Analysis. Mostly writing about #fcsp.
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Bergas
@bergas.bsky.social
· Jan 9
Second Ball Game
Blessin has found a solution to help St. Pauli find another way to create chances and score goals: The Second Ball.
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Alexander Blessin has finally hit upon some new ideas.
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Reposted by Bergas
I talked with Bergas (writing for Analytics FC) about how/why Japanese players are now making the jump directly from the #JLeague to the Bundesliga ⬇️
Tomoya Ando is rocking with #fcsp, Taichi Hara teams up. Kota Takai has started playing games with #bmg. They signed directly from J.League.
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
analyticsfc.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 1:36 PM
I talked with Bergas (writing for Analytics FC) about how/why Japanese players are now making the jump directly from the #JLeague to the Bundesliga ⬇️
Tomoya Ando is rocking with #fcsp, Taichi Hara teams up. Kota Takai has started playing games with #bmg. They signed directly from J.League.
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
analyticsfc.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 11:14 AM
Tomoya Ando is rocking with #fcsp, Taichi Hara teams up. Kota Takai has started playing games with #bmg. They signed directly from J.League.
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Are Japanese players making the jump?
For @analyticsfc.bsky.social 🗣️: Rouven Schröder, Joel Fujita, @rbyryo.bsky.social
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
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Pathways: Japan to Europe's Elite
Bergas Brillianto assesses the viability of an increasingly well-trodden path, that from J1 League to Europe's elite, and speaks to players and sporting directors to understand what is happening and why
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Bergas Brillianto assesses the viability of an increasingly well-trodden path, that from J1 League to Europe's elite, and speaks to players and sporting directors to understand what is happening and why
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Japan to the Bundesliga: Are Japanese Players Making the Jump? - Analytics FC
Bergas Brillianto assesses the viability of an increasingly well-trodden path, that from J1 League to Europe's elite
analyticsfc.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 9:48 AM
Pathways: Japan to Europe's Elite
Bergas Brillianto assesses the viability of an increasingly well-trodden path, that from J1 League to Europe's elite, and speaks to players and sporting directors to understand what is happening and why
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Bergas Brillianto assesses the viability of an increasingly well-trodden path, that from J1 League to Europe's elite, and speaks to players and sporting directors to understand what is happening and why
analyticsfc.co.uk/blog/2026/02...
Wrote this before: St. Pauli wing-backs need to play more diagonal passes, especially on the left, since Oppie hasn’t been good at distributing the ball.
As it turns out: Arek Pyrka is the answer, with Alex Blessin moving him to the left. Even not only with diagonal passes, but also carries. #fcsp
As it turns out: Arek Pyrka is the answer, with Alex Blessin moving him to the left. Even not only with diagonal passes, but also carries. #fcsp
February 8, 2026 at 1:37 PM
Wrote this before: St. Pauli wing-backs need to play more diagonal passes, especially on the left, since Oppie hasn’t been good at distributing the ball.
As it turns out: Arek Pyrka is the answer, with Alex Blessin moving him to the left. Even not only with diagonal passes, but also carries. #fcsp
As it turns out: Arek Pyrka is the answer, with Alex Blessin moving him to the left. Even not only with diagonal passes, but also carries. #fcsp
Maldini once said “If I have to make a sliding tackle then I have already made a mistake”.
Tomoya Ando 🇯🇵 showed that today. He didn’t make any tackles, but he performed really well defensively: made 7 ball recoveries and 10 clearances. Also so calm. #fcsp
Tomoya Ando 🇯🇵 showed that today. He didn’t make any tackles, but he performed really well defensively: made 7 ball recoveries and 10 clearances. Also so calm. #fcsp
February 7, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Maldini once said “If I have to make a sliding tackle then I have already made a mistake”.
Tomoya Ando 🇯🇵 showed that today. He didn’t make any tackles, but he performed really well defensively: made 7 ball recoveries and 10 clearances. Also so calm. #fcsp
Tomoya Ando 🇯🇵 showed that today. He didn’t make any tackles, but he performed really well defensively: made 7 ball recoveries and 10 clearances. Also so calm. #fcsp
Had a chat with @timecksteen.bsky.social the other day about the fact that, since vs Köln, St. Pauli never lose a game when they win the second ball battle, while they always lose when they fail to dominate it.
The same thing happened against Augsburg. And this loss is not just about "luck". #fcsp
The same thing happened against Augsburg. And this loss is not just about "luck". #fcsp
February 1, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Had a chat with @timecksteen.bsky.social the other day about the fact that, since vs Köln, St. Pauli never lose a game when they win the second ball battle, while they always lose when they fail to dominate it.
The same thing happened against Augsburg. And this loss is not just about "luck". #fcsp
The same thing happened against Augsburg. And this loss is not just about "luck". #fcsp
St. Pauli won nine second balls against Leipzig today, which is a lot. I haven't checked how many of them became attacking situations, but this again shows how important second balls are for #fcsp games these days.
I wrote about the second ball idea in the tweet below. 👇🏻
I wrote about the second ball idea in the tweet below. 👇🏻
January 27, 2026 at 10:33 PM
St. Pauli won nine second balls against Leipzig today, which is a lot. I haven't checked how many of them became attacking situations, but this again shows how important second balls are for #fcsp games these days.
I wrote about the second ball idea in the tweet below. 👇🏻
I wrote about the second ball idea in the tweet below. 👇🏻
Not much happened in the first half of #FCSPSHSV.
- #hsv tried to take advantage by overloading the right side.
- #fcsp could’ve gained the advantage if they had more physicality up front and gone long early, as they often have a 4v4 situation up there during the early build-up.
- #hsv tried to take advantage by overloading the right side.
- #fcsp could’ve gained the advantage if they had more physicality up front and gone long early, as they often have a 4v4 situation up there during the early build-up.
January 23, 2026 at 8:44 PM
It seems like Eric Smith fill in for Jacko, which a good idea (imo) especially with Alex Blessin's new physical style of play (for winning the second ball, overload) to create chances: bit.ly/SecondBallTF #fcsp
January 14, 2026 at 4:47 PM
It seems like Eric Smith fill in for Jacko, which a good idea (imo) especially with Alex Blessin's new physical style of play (for winning the second ball, overload) to create chances: bit.ly/SecondBallTF #fcsp
Alexander Blessin has finally hit upon some new ideas.
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Second Ball Game
Blessin has found a solution to help St. Pauli find another way to create chances and score goals: The Second Ball.
bit.ly
January 9, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Alexander Blessin has finally hit upon some new ideas.
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Yes, even though #fcsp are still struggling to score goals or increase their XG, Blessin has found ways to help them create chances: Second ball, overload.
How does it work? Jump 👇🏻 for full article, or follow this thread 🧵
bit.ly/SecondBallTF
Joel Fujita, progressive master. Aside from 2 assists, he made 9 progressive passes in total, the most of any player in the team. Very important, with his new role, for Blessin’s system. #fcsp
December 13, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Joel Fujita, progressive master. Aside from 2 assists, he made 9 progressive passes in total, the most of any player in the team. Very important, with his new role, for Blessin’s system. #fcsp
Think @fcstpauli.com need to play Pokal game every week. #fcsp
December 2, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Think @fcstpauli.com need to play Pokal game every week. #fcsp
Gladbach have been targeting the space between #fcsp centre-back & wing-back.
This is either because one of the CBs jumps to the opponent or because of their positioning; there’s space there.
That’s where Gladbach's goal came from, too. (IMO, Oppie should’ve tracked back Honorat there). #bmgfcsp
This is either because one of the CBs jumps to the opponent or because of their positioning; there’s space there.
That’s where Gladbach's goal came from, too. (IMO, Oppie should’ve tracked back Honorat there). #bmgfcsp
December 2, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Jackson Irvine shows what has been lacking in St. Pauli's game this season. Having an extra body in the penalty box is really important for variety, and he provides that. #fcsp
November 9, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Jackson Irvine shows what has been lacking in St. Pauli's game this season. Having an extra body in the penalty box is really important for variety, and he provides that. #fcsp
I think Louis Oppie needs some competition.
He’s too comfortable there, always playing regardless of his form.
The problem is that he sometimes looks limited with the ball, only doing simple things. I think this is one of the reasons why St. Pauli’s attack is so one-sided on the right. #fcsp
He’s too comfortable there, always playing regardless of his form.
The problem is that he sometimes looks limited with the ball, only doing simple things. I think this is one of the reasons why St. Pauli’s attack is so one-sided on the right. #fcsp
55 minutes, Louis Oppie is the player I’m most concerned about (aside from Hountondji & his finishing).
His decision-making could’ve been better, his first touches were often too heavy, & his positioning sometimes clashed with other players.
Hopefully he'll settle in soon. #fcsp
His decision-making could’ve been better, his first touches were often too heavy, & his positioning sometimes clashed with other players.
Hopefully he'll settle in soon. #fcsp
November 9, 2025 at 3:42 PM
I think Louis Oppie needs some competition.
He’s too comfortable there, always playing regardless of his form.
The problem is that he sometimes looks limited with the ball, only doing simple things. I think this is one of the reasons why St. Pauli’s attack is so one-sided on the right. #fcsp
He’s too comfortable there, always playing regardless of his form.
The problem is that he sometimes looks limited with the ball, only doing simple things. I think this is one of the reasons why St. Pauli’s attack is so one-sided on the right. #fcsp
St. Pauli did indeed defend very deep in the first half.
However, they also struggled to move the ball forward into the final third. The right area remains their favourite, but there's been no progress there. #fcsp
However, they also struggled to move the ball forward into the final third. The right area remains their favourite, but there's been no progress there. #fcsp
November 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
St. Pauli did indeed defend very deep in the first half.
However, they also struggled to move the ball forward into the final third. The right area remains their favourite, but there's been no progress there. #fcsp
However, they also struggled to move the ball forward into the final third. The right area remains their favourite, but there's been no progress there. #fcsp
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Sehr gute Analyse von @bergas.bsky.social zu den aktuellen Problemen des #fcsp!
Ich finde das Problem der fehlenden
dribbelnden Flügelspieler besonders interessant.
Diese sind im aktuellen Spitzenfußball ein absoluter Gamechanger, da inzwischen fast jedes Team im tiefen Block verteidigen kann.
Ich finde das Problem der fehlenden
dribbelnden Flügelspieler besonders interessant.
Diese sind im aktuellen Spitzenfußball ein absoluter Gamechanger, da inzwischen fast jedes Team im tiefen Block verteidigen kann.
Do St. Pauli miss the “dribbling-forwards” they had last season? The statistics suggest they are.
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
What is wrong with St. Pauli?
I've analysed their statistics from the first nine Bundesliga games this season and compared them with last season's to see what's happened.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Sehr gute Analyse von @bergas.bsky.social zu den aktuellen Problemen des #fcsp!
Ich finde das Problem der fehlenden
dribbelnden Flügelspieler besonders interessant.
Diese sind im aktuellen Spitzenfußball ein absoluter Gamechanger, da inzwischen fast jedes Team im tiefen Block verteidigen kann.
Ich finde das Problem der fehlenden
dribbelnden Flügelspieler besonders interessant.
Diese sind im aktuellen Spitzenfußball ein absoluter Gamechanger, da inzwischen fast jedes Team im tiefen Block verteidigen kann.
Do St. Pauli miss the “dribbling-forwards” they had last season? The statistics suggest they are.
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
What is wrong with St. Pauli?
I've analysed their statistics from the first nine Bundesliga games this season and compared them with last season's to see what's happened.
bit.ly
November 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Do St. Pauli miss the “dribbling-forwards” they had last season? The statistics suggest they are.
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
This thread is supposed to explain that topic (and the scoring aspect) based on statistics + my analysis.
If you'd rather jump straight to the long article, here you go: bit.ly/FCSP2526TF #fcsp
I respect your account @antifa-ultras.bsky.social, but don't steal my picture and put your account watermark on it. I've never given you permission to add a watermark to it. 😂
You can use it; I don't mind. Just don't put a watermark on it acting like you took it. Put some respect.
You can use it; I don't mind. Just don't put a watermark on it acting like you took it. Put some respect.
“NETANYAHU FASCIST STOP KILLING CIVILIANS! PALESTINE!”
St. Pauli ultras displayed a banner for Gaza after two years and said that Israeli leader Netanyahu is a murderer.
St. Pauli ultras displayed a banner for Gaza after two years and said that Israeli leader Netanyahu is a murderer.
September 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
I respect your account @antifa-ultras.bsky.social, but don't steal my picture and put your account watermark on it. I've never given you permission to add a watermark to it. 😂
You can use it; I don't mind. Just don't put a watermark on it acting like you took it. Put some respect.
You can use it; I don't mind. Just don't put a watermark on it acting like you took it. Put some respect.