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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:KOKO DZAMBO
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1 Wide
Team Fluidity:Fluid
In Possession
Play Out of Defence
Work Ball Into Box
Focus Play Down Both Flanks
In Transition
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Lower Defensive Line
Higher Line of Engagement
Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:Compact and Organized
Description:Defensive line holds a lower position with higher engagement to prevent build-up.
Evidence:Lower Defensive Line with 'Prevent Short GK Distribution'.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:Wide and Supportive
Description:Forward players stretch the opposition, while midfielders control tempo.
Evidence:Focus Play Down Both Flanks and 'Work Ball Into Box'.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focuses on building play from the back while using the wings to create space.
Defensive Transition
Quick organization into a lower block to counter pressing.
Main Focus
Maximizing attacking opportunities through wing play and quick transitions.
Key Strengths
Effective Midfield Control
The Deep-Lying Playmaker at [3,3] helps dictate the pace of the game and supports defence.
Winger Support
Wingers provide width and stretch opposition defenses, effective in creating spaces.
Strong Front Presence
Advanced Forward can exploit spaces left by opposing defenders.
Conflicting Directions
Crossing Vulnerability
Lower Defensive Line can struggle with high crosses from wide areas.
Counter-Pressing Limitations
High engagement may lead to gaps when the ball is lost in midfield.
Lack of Defensive Cover
Two Central Defenders can be isolated against quick counter-attacks.
Tactical Suggestions
Increase Defensive Aggression
Consider adjusting to a Higher Defensive Line to better engage opposition.
Build-Up Modifications
Implement 'Pass Into Space' to exploit the pace of wingers.
Versatile Midfield Options
Consider adding a Box-to-Box Midfielder to increase dynamism in midfield.
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