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    Formation & Style

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

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Play Out Of Defence
    Low Crosses
    Run At Defence
    Be More Expressive
    Underlap Right
    Higher Tempo
    Fairly Wide

    In Transition

    Throw It Long
    Distribute To Full-Backs
    Counter
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    High Press
    Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:Compact
    Description:Maintains a higher defensive line supported by high pressing.
    Evidence:Higher Defensive Line with High Press alongside ability to prevent short GK distribution.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:Fluid and Overlapping
    Description:Attacking width created by wing-backs while central players look to penetrate through the middle.
    Evidence:Usage of Inside Forwards and a central attacking trio that supports overlapping movement.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Quick transitions and movement focused on getting players into the penalty area with overlapping runs.

    Defensive Transition

    Immediate counter-pressing to regain possession; quick recovery into defensive shape.

    Main Focus

    Creating goal-scoring opportunities from central positions while utilizing width.

    Key Strengths

    Effective Ball Distribution

    The presence of BPDs allows for more creative transitions from defense to attack.

    Dynamic Attack

    The combination of an Advanced Forward and supporting inside forwards creates varied attacking options.

    Control in Midfield

    Combination of DLP and Mezzala allows for fluidity and control in central areas.

    Conflicting Directions

    Defensive Vulnerability

    High defensive line might be exposed by quick counter-attacks from fast opposition forwards.

    Risk of Overloading

    Overlapping runs from wing-backs may leave flanks exposed defensively.

    Central Dependency

    Heavy reliance on central players for goal-scoring chances might become predictable.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Consider Adjusting the Defensive Line

    Lowering the defensive line could help in reducing vulnerability to long balls and fast breaks.

    Implement Wider Play for Balance

    Encouraging more width in attack could stretch opposition defenses and create more one-on-one situations.

    Monitor Wing-Back Stamina

    High running requirements on wing-backs could lead to fatigue; consider rotation.

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