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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
Work Ball Into Box
Focus Play Through The Middle
Fairly Narrow
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
Higher Line of Engagement
Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-2
Description:A solid two-man pivot in front of the defence provides stability.
Evidence:DLP-S at [3,3] and VOL-S at [3,2] ensuring coverage.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-3
Description:Wingers stretch the play, providing width while the central trio links up.
Evidence:Winger At at [6,5], AM-S at [5,3].
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focus on building through the middle, utilizing short passing and progressive movement with wingers cutting inside.
Defensive Transition
Quickly regain possession through counter-press while maintaining defensive structure.
Main Focus
Control the game through possession and fluid attacking movements.
Key Strengths
Fluid Attacking Movements
The combination of DLF-S and AM-S allows for dynamic interplays in attack.
Midfield Control
Utilizing a DLP-S alongside a VOL-S promotes possession retention and distribution.
Wide Play Threats
Wingers effectively engage the opposition full-backs, creating overloads.
Conflicting Directions
Defensive Vulnerabilities
High defensive line can expose gaps to quick counter-attacks.
Over-reliance on Central Play
The focus on playing through the middle can become predictable.
Consistent Pressing Requires Energy
Counter-pressing strategy can lead to player fatigue if not managed.
Tactical Suggestions
Introduce Wider Attacking Play
Encouraging wider play could stretch the opposition and create more spaces.
Defensive Depth Adjustment
Adjust the defensive line to reduce vulnerability to fast counters.
Incorporate Tactical Flexibility
Enable fluidity in formations to adapt to opponent strategies.
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Playing styles
Gegenpressing: A Full Guide
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