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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Wing Play
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-2-3-1 Wide
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Pass Into Space
Play Out Of Defence
Focus Play Through The Middle
Overlap Left
Slightly Higher Tempo
In Transition
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
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Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-2
Description:A compact formation that supports the midfield while maintaining a solid back line.
Evidence:CB (BPD-D at [2,2], CD-D at [2,3]) and DM (DM-D at [3,3]).
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-1
Description:Exploiting wide areas through wingers and utilizing an advanced playmaker in the center.
Evidence:IF (IF-S at [6,1], IF-S at [6,5]), AM (MEZ-A at [5,3]).
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Utilizing overlaps and focusing attacks through the middle to create goal-scoring opportunities.
Defensive Transition
Pressing to regain possession quickly with a high line to maintain pressure.
Main Focus
A balanced approach with emphasis on wing play and central penetration.
Key Strengths
Wide Play Exploitation
The use of wing-backs and inside forwards opens up space and creates width.
Midfield Control
The presence of a DLP allows for effective ball distribution and creativity.
Attacking Threat
With an advanced forward and support from inside forwards, the formation poses a constant goal threat.
Conflicting Directions
Weak Influence Down Left
The tactic may struggle on the left flank due to low involvement from the left wing-back.
Possession Limitations
The higher defensive line may leave less time on the ball for centre-backs to play out from the back.
Central Attack Reliance
Heavy reliance on central play may lead to predictability in attack.
Tactical Suggestions
Enhance Left-Side Play
Encourage wider play from the left-wing-back and integrate the left inside forward more into attacks.
Adjust Defensive Line
Consider lowering the defensive line to maintain possession better and avoid counter-attack vulnerabilities.
Utilize Full-Backs More
Instruct full-backs to take more advanced positions to stretch the opposition and open central lanes.
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