
Attacking Play
Focus on using wing-backs to stretch defenses and create space for the inside forwards and the striker.
Defensive Transition
Transitioning into a mid block quickly to regain possession and limit space.
Main Focus
Utilize width effectively with wing-backs and exploit central spaces through quick passing.
Fluid Width in Attack
The use of complete wing-backs allows for effective use of width and overloads on the flanks.
Transitions to Attack
Quick transitions using the counter-press strategy allow the team to capitalize on opponent mistakes.
Balanced Midfield
The midfield setup with a DLP and a Mezzala ensures both defensive stability and attacking support.
Highly Aggressive Pressing
While counter-press is utilized, a lack of pressing can lead to comfortable play for opponents.
Lack of Defensive Depth
The reliance on wing-backs pushed high may leave spaces behind, vulnerable to counter-attacks.
Control vs. Aggression
A focus on possession through 'Shorter Passing' may yield slower buildup against teams with a strong midfield.
Increase Defensive Stability
Consider adjusting wing-backs to a more conservative role to reduce vulnerabilities.
Implement More Aggressive Pressing
Train players to initiate a press higher up the pitch to regain possession quicker.
Utilize Overlapping Runs
Instruct wing-backs to overlap attacking players to create additional options in the final third.
The tactical theory behind the 3-4-3: roles, instructions, and the trade-offs that decide whether the system holds up.
Long-ball football done well in FM. When direct, vertical play is the right choice, and what the Direct Passing TI actually changes.
Build the patient, control-the-tempo style without watching your opponents counter through the gaps you leave behind.