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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Clean Slate
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1 DM AM Wide
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Fairly Wide
In Transition
Counter
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
Mid Block
More Often
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-2
Description:Higher defensive line creates space behind the defence but risks vulnerability to pacey attackers.
Evidence:4 defenders at [2,1], [2,2], [2,3], [2,4] with Defensive Midfielder at [3,3] aiding in defensive cover.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3
Description:Attacking shape leverages width with Inside Forward and two advanced midfielders aiding the attack.
Evidence:Inside Forward at [6,2] and Complete Forward at [6,3] with Advanced Playmaker at [5,3] drawing defenders.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Utilizes fairly wide play to stretch the opposition and create space for inside movement.
Defensive Transition
Quick counter presses to win the ball back and transition into attacking play.
Main Focus
Effectively utilizing the width and engaging key roles in attack.
Key Strengths
Utilizing Wide Play
The use of a Wing-Back and Inverted Wing-Back allows for overlap and width in attacking phases.
Dynamic Midfield
The combination of Volante (At) and Defensive Midfielder (DM-De) provides both defensive stability and the ability to transition quickly into attack.
Flexible Team Fluidity
The flexible team structure allows players to interchange positions and roles based on in-game circumstances.
Conflicting Directions
Defensive Vulnerabilities
A higher defensive line can expose the team to counter-attacks if the midfield fails to recover quickly.
Insufficient Defensive Coverage
With only one dedicated Defensive Midfielder and an attacking Volante, the team may struggle defensively.
Over-Reliance on Width
While width is effective, it can lead to predictability in attacking patterns if the ball is consistently played to the flanks.
Tactical Suggestions
Alternative Midfield Structure
Consider replacing the Volante with a more defensively minded player to strengthen the central midfield.
Adjust Defensive Line
Lowering the defensive line may mitigate the risk of counter-attacks while maintaining defensive solidity.
Encourage More Direct Play
Introducing an instruction for direct passing could reduce reliance on wing play and enhance unpredictability.
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