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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom Vertical Tiki-Taka
    Mentality:Attacking
    Formation:3-4-2-1
    Team Fluidity:Flexible

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Pass Into Space
    Play Out Of Defence
    Work Ball Into Box
    Higher Tempo

    In Transition

    Distribute To Centre-Backs
    Distribute Quickly
    Counter
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    High Press
    Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:Compact Defensive Line
    Description:Defenders push up to form a cohesive unit, ready to press, while the midfield drops back to support.
    Evidence:Higher Defensive Line and High Press instructions supported by the duties of the back three.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:Fluid Midfield and Forward Line
    Description:Midfielders interchanging and wingers stretching the play, allowing the Advanced Forward central space.
    Evidence:Advanced Playmaker and Attacking Midfielder roles help transition the ball forward while offering depth.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    The team looks to maintain possession through short, quick passes, exploiting the wings and utilizing through balls into space.

    Defensive Transition

    When possession is lost, the players immediately engage in a counter-press to regain possession quickly.

    Main Focus

    The focal point is to play through the midfield with quick combinations while maintaining width from the wingers.

    Key Strengths

    Fluid Attacking Play

    The combination of Advanced and Attacking Playmakers creates numerous passing lanes.

    High Pressing Ability

    The high press effectively disrupts opponent build-up play.

    Wing Play Utilization

    Wingers stretch the opposition and provide width that benefits central play.

    Conflicting Directions

    High Defensive Line vs. Tiki-Taka Style

    A higher defensive line can cause vulnerability during quick counter-attacks by opponents.

    Pressure vs. Space Management

    While pressing high improves immediate recovery of possession, it can leave gaps at the back with limited cover.

    Countering Spaces

    Counter-pressing attracts risk if opponents bypass the initial press, leading to potential overloads.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Consider Lowering Defensive Line

    A slightly lower defensive line may reduce vulnerability to balls over the top or quick transitions.

    Increase Width in Build-Up

    Encouraging a wider build-up could stretch opposing defenses more effectively.

    Utilize More Central Attacking Plays

    Focus on building through the center when the wings are marked can exploit defensive weaknesses.

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