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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom Hold The Shape
    Mentality:Positive
    Formation:4-2-3-1 Wide
    Team Fluidity:Flexible

    In Possession

    Much Shorter Passing
    Play Out Of Defence
    Slightly Lower Tempo

    In Transition

    Take Short Kicks
    Distribute To Full-Backs
    Hold Shape
    Regroup

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    Mid Block

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:Mid Block
    Description:Defensive players maintain a structured line while being proactive in closing down spaces.
    Evidence:Higher Defensive Line + Mid Block combined with [2,1] and [2,5] roles.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:Fluid Attack
    Description:Forwards interchange positions with attacking midfielders supporting from deeper.
    Evidence:IF-S at [6,2] and AF-A at [6,3] creating varied attacking options.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focus on quick, short passes aiming to transition the ball swiftly through midfield and exploit the defensive gaps.

    Defensive Transition

    Quickly regroup after losing possession, maintaining a compact shape to limit opposition chances.

    Main Focus

    Utilizing the width provided by the full-back and inside forward to stretch opposition defenses.

    Key Strengths

    Structured Defense

    Two No-Nonsense Centre-Backs provide physicality and reliability at the back.

    Dynamic Attack

    Attacking options from both the inside forward and the attacking midfielder create multiple avenues for attack.

    Flexible Build-up

    Short passing and distributing to full-backs allows for controlled possession.

    Conflicting Directions

    Goals Conceded

    Conceding from central areas may indicate a vulnerability during transition.

    Vulnerability to Long-Range Shots

    Higher defensive line could expose the team to long-range attempts.

    Weak Influence

    Low blocks can be problematic against teams with strong central attackers.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Increase Defensive Work Rate

    Encourage deeper midfielders to track back more effectively to reduce central penetration.

    Utilize Wing Play

    Maximize the strengths of the full-backs to provide width and deliver crosses.

    Adjust Defensive Line

    Consider lowering the defensive line to mitigate risks from long-range shots.

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