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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom Vertical Tiki-Taka
    Mentality:Balanced
    Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
    Team Fluidity:Structured

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Play Out Of Defense
    Dribble Less
    Work Ball Into Box
    Be More Expressive
    Narrow

    In Transition

    Take Short Kicks
    Distribute to Centre-Backs
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    High Press
    Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:4-3-3
    Description:Compact defensive shape focusing on high pressing and counter-pressing to win the ball back quickly.
    Evidence:High Press with 'Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution'

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:4-3-3
    Description:Using width from the wingers and overlapping runs from wing-backs to create space in the middle.
    Evidence:Winger (McKirdy) and Inside Forward (Pereira) provide width.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focus on maintaining possession with a shorter passing game and emphasizing ball control to work into the box.

    Defensive Transition

    Quickly counter-press to regain possession, with an emphasis on taking short goal kicks to begin attacking play.

    Main Focus

    Utilizing width to stretch the opponent while staying disciplined in formation.

    Key Strengths

    Positional Flexibility

    Combination of roles allows for fluid movement, breaking lines effectively.

    Strong Defensive Structure

    The defensive line is well-structured with a solid mix of defensive roles ensuring stability.

    Effective Wide Play

    Utilization of wing-backs and wingers to stretch the opposing defense.

    Conflicting Directions

    Counter-Press Issues

    High press can leave gaps if players are caught out of position during transitions.

    Narrow Play Versus Width

    While focusing on narrow play, it may limit options if the ball is not moved quickly.

    Defensive Duties of Wing-Backs

    Wing-Backs must balance between defending and supporting attacks without overcommitting.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Balance Width and Depth

    Consider adjusting wingers' duties to ensure sufficient width without compromising defensive stability.

    Enhance Defensive Midfield Coverage

    Utilizing a more defensive-minded midfielder could help in shielding the back four during transitions.

    Improve Link-Up Play

    Greater emphasis on the interplay between midfielders can help in maintaining possession and fluidity.

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