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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Gegenpress
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1 Wide
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Pass Into Space
Play Out Of Defence
Whipped Crosses
Higher Tempo
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Distribute To Full-Backs
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
High Press
Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-2
Description:A compact shape that allows both central and wide coverage.
Evidence:Two CD and BWM-D at [2,2], [2,3], [3,3] contribute to strong structure.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:3-2-1
Description:Maximized width with wing-backs providing options and an attacking midfielder linking up play.
Evidence:Wing-Backs at [2,1] and [2,5] allow for broad attacks while AM-S at [5,3] supports the striker.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
The team seeks to maintain high tempo with quick transitions and utilizes width through wing-backs.
Defensive Transition
Focuses on quick recovery and pressing to regain possession immediately after losing the ball.
Main Focus
Maximizing space through aggressive pressing and quick ball movement.
Key Strengths
Aggressive Pressing
The use of high press forces opponents into mistakes and recovers possession quickly.
Versatile Midfield Pair
Combination of Ball-Winning Midfielder and Deep-Lying Playmaker provides both defensive cover and transition play.
Width in Attack
Utilization of wing-backs allows for stretching the opposition and creating chances.
Conflicting Directions
Potential Over-Reliance on Wings
Heavy focus on wing play may leave central areas vulnerable to counter-attacks.
High Defensive Line Risks
Using a high line with pressing may create spaces for opposing forwards.
Transitions May Lack Support
Quick transitions may leave players exposed if not all players react quickly.
Tactical Suggestions
Consider Holding Shape in Transition
Ensure team maintains structure during quick transitions.
Utilize Central Attacking Players
Encourage AM and IF to exploit central spaces as a secondary option.
Adjust Width Based on Opponent
Adapt wing-back roles depending on the opposition's strength on counters.
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