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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom Control Possession
    Mentality:Balanced
    Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
    Team Fluidity:Structured

    In Possession

    Play Out Of Defence
    Work Ball Into Box
    Higher Tempo

    In Transition

    Take Short Kicks
    Distribute to Centre-Backs
    Counter-Press

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    More Urgent Press
    Prevent Short GK Distribution

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:4-1-4-1
    Description:A compact shape when defending, making it hard for opponents to penetrate the middle.
    Evidence:DM at [3,3], providing protection for the defence while the full-backs cover width.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:4-3-3
    Description:Wingers stretch the opposition, while the midfield provides support and options for central play.
    Evidence:Wingers at [6,1] and [6,5] creating width for the central striker.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focus on maintaining possession through short passes and creating overloads on the wings using wide players.

    Defensive Transition

    Immediately recover possession through counter-pressing while maintaining a solid defensive shape.

    Main Focus

    To control the game through possession while preventing opposition attacks.

    Key Strengths

    Possession Retention

    The tactic encourages short passing and maintaining possession effectively.

    Winger Effectiveness

    Wide players like Martinelli and Saka provide width and pace, creating goal-scoring opportunities.

    Defensive Solidity

    A solid back line and a DM provide defensive security against counterattacks.

    Conflicting Directions

    Counter-Press Effectiveness

    While counter-pressing can be effective, it may leave gaps in transition if countered.

    Defensive Line Trap

    A high line can be risky against speedy attackers, especially without quick recovery defenders.

    Overloading Midfield

    Although the tactic has a strong midfield, the lack of a traditional defensive midfielder can create imbalances.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Consider a more defensive DM Role

    Using a BWM or DM-D instead of DM-S could provide extra stability.

    Adjust Defensive Line

    Lowering the defensive line could mitigate against pacey attackers breaking through.

    Tactical Flexibility

    Consider introducing substitutions with more attacking options to maintain pressure on opponents.

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