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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Clean Slate
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
Team Fluidity:Structured
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Work Ball Into Box
Focus Play Through The Middle
Slightly Higher Tempo
Narrow
In Transition
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Much Higher Defensive Line
High Press
More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
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Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-1-4-1
Description:Compact shape with a defensive midfielder covering spaces between lines.
Evidence:DM - De at [3,3] providing shield to the defensive line.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-3
Description:Utilizes the front three and the advanced playmaker to create goal-scoring opportunities.
Evidence:Winger positions at [6,1] and [6,5] providing width and space for central runs.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Utilizes width through wingers while central play is orchestrated by the advanced playmaker.
Defensive Transition
Immediate counter-press to regain possession quickly or set up a defensive structure.
Main Focus
Through ball penetration and quick transitions to exploit spaces.
Key Strengths
Attacking Width
Wingers are effective in stretching the opposition.
Midfield Control
Central area is well populated for ball retention and creative play.
Defensive Solidity
Effective setup to absorb pressure with DM providing cover.
Conflicting Directions
High Defensive Line
Can be vulnerable to counter-attacks if the defensive line is exposed.
Counter-Pressing
Increased risk of being outnumbered during defensive transitions.
Narrow Width
Contradicts the expected play style from the wingers.
Tactical Suggestions
Adjust Width
Consider widening the play to fully utilize wingers' strengths.
Defensive Adjustments
Consider a moderate defensive line to reduce vulnerability to counter-attacks.
Rotate Midfield Roles
Allow midfielders to interchange for dynamic movement.
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