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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Tiki-Taka
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1 Wide
Team Fluidity:Fluid
In Possession
Much Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Low Crosses
Dribble Less
Work Ball Into Box
Be More Expressive
Slightly Higher Tempo
Fairly Narrow
In Transition
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Distribute To Full-Backs
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
High Press
Much More Often
Prevent Short GK Distribution
Stay On Feet
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:Compact and Balanced
Description:The team maintains a high press, ensuring minimal space for opposition.
Evidence:High Press with 'Stay On Feet' alongside 'Much More Often' pressing triggers.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:Fluid Attacking Shape
Description:Dynamic movement from inside wingers combined with overlapping wing-backs enhances width and depth.
Evidence:In possession instructions emphasize 'Be More Expressive' and short passing with varied roles in attack.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focus on maintaining possession through quick, short passes while working the ball into the box.
Defensive Transition
Immediate counter-press to regain possession, coupled with smart distribution to full-backs.
Main Focus
Utilization of width via inside wingers, combined with the attacking ability of wing-backs.
Key Strengths
Fluid Midfield Play
The combination of DLP-D and CAR-S allows for effective ball distribution and transition.
Dynamic Attack
The flexibility of IWs and the CF creating space and exploiting defensive weaknesses.
Defensive Solidity
A balanced defensive unit led by Koundé as a BPD ensures safe ball progression.
Conflicting Directions
High Press vs Possession Play
While high pressing is effective, it can disrupt the team's possession focus.
Narrowness with Wide Play
Emphasizing a fairly narrow width conflicts with utilizing wing-backs effectively.
Counter-Pressing Risks
Counter-pressing may leave gaps if not executed efficiently, risking defensive stability.
Tactical Suggestions
Increase Width
Consider widening the play to maximize the effectiveness of wing-backs.
Balance between Pressing and Retaining Possession
Ensure pressing is effective while maintaining the ability to connect passes.
Utilize Counter-Attacks
Incorporate quick transitions when regaining possession to exploit defenses.
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