Uploaded Tactic
Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Gegenpress
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1
Team Fluidity:Structured
In Possession
Pass Into Space
Run At Defense
Higher Tempo
Fairly Narrow
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Distribute to Full-Backs
Counter
Out of Possession
High Press
More Often
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-2
Description:A narrow defensive shape looking to close gaps and support pressing.
Evidence:Two Defensive Midfielders and four defenders create stability against attacks.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-1-3-2
Description:Dynamic attacking shape with width provided by Wing-Backs and support from midfielders.
Evidence:Wingers push up to support the forwards, with the Trequartista facilitating play.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
The team looks to penetrate using quick passing and runs into spaces behind the defensive lines.
Defensive Transition
Immediate high press to regain possession, aiming to disrupt opponent's build-up.
Main Focus
Utilizing the Trequartista to create chances and the forwards to exploit defensive weaknesses.
Key Strengths
High Pressing
Relentless pressing to win the ball back quickly, forcing opponents into mistakes.
Fluid Attack
Three forwards create varied attacking options, stretching the opposition.
Ball Movement
Central Midfielder and Trequartista create quick ball movement leading to goal-scoring opportunities.
Conflicting Directions
Narrow Width vs. Wide Play
The tactic promotes a narrow form of play but can lead to overreliance on central channels.
Pressing While Attacking
Excessive pressing can lead to gaps at the back if the attack is unsuccessful.
Balance vs. Attacking Mentality
Positive mentality might lead to defensive vulnerabilities while attacking.
Tactical Suggestions
Widen the Play
Encourage Wing-Backs to provide width to stretch the opposition defense.
Adjust Mentality
Consider a more balanced mentality to mitigate defensive exposures.
Utilize Substitutes
Use fresh legs in attacking positions to maintain intensity throughout the match.
Ask Questions About Your Lineup
Guides for this formation
The tactical theory behind the 4-2-3-1: roles, instructions, and the trade-offs that decide whether the system holds up.
Player pairings
Midfield Pairs in 4-2-3-1 and 4-4-2
Double pivots and flat pairs in 4-2-3-1 and 4-4-2: when each pairing works, when it collapses, and the AMC unicorn that rescues both.
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Playing styles
Gegenpressing: A Full Guide
Klopp-style gegenpressing in FM, including squad profile, line-and-press pairing, sustainable workload, and the antipatterns to avoid.
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