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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
Team Fluidity:Very Fluid
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Pass Into Space
Play Out Of Defence
Dribble Less
Work Ball Into Box
Be More Disciplined
Overlap Left
Overlap Right
Slightly Lower Tempo
Fairly Narrow
In Transition
Roll It Out
Distribute to Centre-Backs
Hold Shape
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Mid Block
More Often
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-1-4-1
Description:The team maintains a solid mid-block with the DM shielding the defense.
Evidence:DM at [3,3] supports the defensive line.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-3
Description:Maintains width through the inside forwards and full-backs pushing forward.
Evidence:IFs in [5,1] and [5,5] create width alongside overlapping FBs.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Utilizes width with overlapping full-backs and inside forwards making diagonal runs.
Defensive Transition
Focus on maintaining shape while looking to counter-press immediately after losing possession.
Main Focus
Creating chances through intricate passing and exploiting space behind the opposition's defense.
Key Strengths
Width and Space Creation
Utilization of inside forwards and overlapping full-backs creates space for attacks.
Midfield Control
A box-to-box midfielder combined with an advanced playmaker ensures dynamic movement.
Solid Defensive Structure
A well-defined defensive line supported by a strong anchor in midfield.
Conflicting Directions
Counter-Attacking Vulnerability
High commitment to possession play may leave gaps during transitions, especially with a high midfield line.
Tempo Management
Lower tempo combined with a high pressing game might lead to bottlenecks in attack.
Dependency on Overlaps
Heavy reliance on full-backs to provide width could be problematic against high pressing teams.
Tactical Suggestions
Adjust Defensive Line
Consider adopting a higher defensive line to compress space against weaker opponents.
Consider a Dual Pivot
Implementing a second defensive midfielder could help in controlling the midfield better and preventing overloads.
Increase Attack Width
Broaden the attacking formation to stretch opposing defences further.
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