in the kingdom of football, where every match tells a tale of its own, it is often tempting to turn a blind eye to the surreptitious strategies teams employ before the grand tournaments. this preexportation of tactics, though kept under wraps, is a summary of the art and science of preparation. as we cheer from the stands, adorned in our finest silks, we appreciate the journey of teams that start from square one, building their strategies and skills, all the while engaging in the clandestine dance of competition.