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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom
    Mentality:Attacking
    Formation:3-4-3
    Team Fluidity:Flexible

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Play Out Of Defence
    Low Crosses
    Work Ball Into Box
    Be More Expressive
    Slightly Lower Tempo
    Wide

    In Transition

    Distribute To Centre-Backs
    Hold Shape
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    Much Higher Defensive Line
    High Press
    Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
    Get Stuck In
    Step Up More

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:3-2-4-1
    Description:Compact shape with three central defenders and a defensive midfielder, supported by wing-backs during transitions.
    Evidence:DCL at [2,3] as the anchor for defence, assisted by DCR and DL.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:3-4-3
    Description:Utilizes wing play and central overloads, with Mezzalas pushing forward to overload defensively.
    Evidence:MCR at [4,3] pushes forward to support ST while AML and AMR stretch the opposition.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focuses on building from the back and advancing through combinations, utilizing width to create overloads.

    Defensive Transition

    Quick to recover shape, holding position while counter-pressing to regain possession swiftly.

    Main Focus

    To dominate possession and create high-quality chances through combination play in the final third.

    Key Strengths

    High Pressing

    The high pressing applies constant pressure on the opposition, winning back possession.

    Wide Play

    The tactical setup effectively uses wingers to create space and stretching the defense.

    Ball Recycling

    The inclusion of a ball-playing defender aids in rebuilding attacks.

    Conflicting Directions

    High Defensive Line

    While pressing high, the defensive line can be vulnerable to quick counter-attacks.

    Mezzala Role Balance

    Two Mezzalas could lead to disorganization if not supporting defensively.

    Wing-Back Overload

    The reliance on wing-backs could cause imbalance if they are caught up the pitch.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Adjust Defensive Line

    Lowering the defensive line may provide more coverage against counters.

    Balance Midfield Dynamics

    Consider adjusting one Mezzala to a more defensive role to maintain midfield balance.

    Utilize Counter-Attack

    Introduce 'Counter' playstyle to capitalize on transition moments.

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