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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom
    Mentality:Positive
    Formation:4-2-3-1 DM Wide
    Team Fluidity:Structured

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Play Out Of Defence
    Low Crosses
    Play For Set Pieces
    Overlap Left
    Overlap Right
    Slightly Higher Tempo

    In Transition

    Take Short Kicks
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    High Press More Often
    Get Stuck In

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:4-1-4-1
    Description:A higher defensive line that compresses space and pushes the opposition back.
    Evidence:Higher Defensive Line and Get Stuck In instructions promote aggressive defensive behavior.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:4-2-3-1
    Description:Flexible attacking setup encouraging wide-play and through balls.
    Evidence:Overlap Right and Low Crosses strategies highlight a focus on wide areas.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Utilizes width through overlapping wing-backs with a focus on short passing and attacking transitions.

    Defensive Transition

    Quick recovery with counter-pressing to regain possession swiftly after losing the ball.

    Main Focus

    Creating goal-scoring opportunities through wide plays and exploiting overlaps.

    Key Strengths

    Width in Attack

    Utilizes wing-backs and wingers effectively to stretch the pitch.

    Creative Midfield

    The combination of Advanced Playmaker and Roaming Playmaker fosters creativity.

    High Defensive Pressure

    Immediate pressure on opponents through a high press.

    Conflicting Directions

    Defensive Solidity vs. Aggressive Pressing

    Balancing a higher defensive line with a pressing game can leave gaps.

    Overlapping vs. Central Play

    Reliance on width can sometimes isolate the central attacking players.

    Counter-Press vs. Counter-Attack

    Aggressive counter-press may undermine counter-attacking opportunities.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Balance Width and Central Attacks

    Consider adjusting roles to include a central attacking midfielder.

    Adjust Defensive Line When Ahead

    Lower the defensive line when in a lead to reduce risk.

    Utilize Hold Position for Wing-Backs

    Set wing-backs to hold position to maintain shape during defensive phases.

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