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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1
Team Fluidity:Structured
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Low Crosses
Work Ball Into Box
Overlap Right
Wide
In Transition
Roll It Out
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Distribute To Full-Backs
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
High Press
More Often
Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:Compact
Description:Maintains a compact shape to limit spaces for opposition.
Evidence:High Press and Prevent Short GK Distribution contribute to defensive compactness.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:Fluid
Description:Utilizes width and depth to stretch the opposition and create chances.
Evidence:Overlap Right and Work Ball Into Box support a dynamic attacking shape.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Emphasis on ball progression through the midfield with short passing and overlapping wide play.
Defensive Transition
Focuses on quickly regaining possession through a counter-press.
Main Focus
Creating chances through organized build-up play and utilizing width.
Key Strengths
Fluid Attack
The combination of an Advanced Playmaker and Inside Forward allows for dynamic movement and creativity.
Midfield Control
The RPM and BWM partnership ensures solid control both with and without the ball.
Defensive Solidarity
The BPD adds playmaking ability from the back, enhancing the team's ability to break opposition lines.
Conflicting Directions
High Press vs. Fluidity
Players may become too stretched when pressing high, reducing defensive compactness.
Overlap Right Dependency
Relying on right-wing overlap may lead to predictability in attack.
Sweeper Keeper Risk
Using a Sweeper Keeper on Attack can lead to vulnerability to quick counter-attacks.
Tactical Suggestions
Adjust Pressing Triggers
Consider reducing pressing intensity to maintain shape during transitions.
Incorporate Left-Side Play
Encourage more activity on the left flank to avoid predictability with right overlap.
Monitor Sweeper Keeper's Roles
Review the Sweeper Keeper's duty if quick counter-attacks become a frequent issue.
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