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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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