Editorial policy

Golden Football Guide aims to explain football accurately, plainly and with appropriate context. We distinguish a general tactical idea from an interpretation of a particular passage of play, and we do not present opinion as settled fact.

Accuracy and context

We check terminology and factual details before publication, and revise wording when an explanation is unclear or incomplete. Tactical labels can be used differently by different people, so we describe the movement or responsibility at issue rather than relying on a label alone. Where examples are used, they illustrate an idea and are not proof that it always applies.

Independence and partnerships

Editorial choices are made for relevance to readers, not to secure a commercial mention. Any paid, sponsored or partner material is clearly labelled where it appears and kept distinct from independent editorial coverage. A partnership does not guarantee favourable coverage or editorial approval.

Corrections and illustrations

If you spot a factual error, use the Contact page and identify the article and detail. We review correction requests and update material when warranted. Some illustrations may be AI-generated; where that applies, they are identified as such and are used to clarify an idea, not to document a real match.