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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Control Possession
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
Team Fluidity:Structured
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Work Ball Into Box
Be More Disciplined
Lower Tempo
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Slow Pace Down
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
High Press
Much More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
Trap Outside
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-1-4-1
Description:Compact formation during defensive phases, ensuring protection against counter-attacks.
Evidence:DM at [3,3] (DLP-D) supports the defensive line by providing an extra layer.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-3
Description:Utilizes wide players to stretch the opposition, allowing for creative midfield play and forward movement.
Evidence:IF-A at [6,2] (Barnes) and IW-A at [6,5] (Rutter) create width, giving AP-A (Gaetano) space to operate.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focus on ball retention and progressive passing to exploit gaps in the opposition, with the Advanced Playmaker dictating tempo.
Defensive Transition
Quick recovery with a high press to regain possession immediately after losing the ball.
Main Focus
Maintain possession while probing into the opposition's defensive structure.
Key Strengths
Creative Midfield
The combination of Mezzala (Gloukh) and Advanced Playmaker (Gaetano) provides flexibility and creativity in attack.
Wide Play
The Inside Forward and Winger effectively utilize width, stretching the opposition's defence.
Solid Defensive Base
The back four combined with a defensive midfielder provides a strong defensive structure.
Conflicting Directions
High Press and Defensive Line
While a high press can win the ball back quickly, it may leave the team vulnerable to counter-attacks if the defensive line doesn't track back.
Tempo Management
A lower tempo in possession struggles against teams that press aggressively.
Defensive Responsibilities of Wide Players
Inside Forward and Winger must track back effectively to maintain defensive shape but may neglect duties.
Tactical Suggestions
Consider Varying Tempo
Adjusting tempo based on opponent could exploit defensive weaknesses more effectively.
Utilize Overlaps
Encouraging overlaps from full-backs could further stretch opposing defenses.
Balance Defensive Duties
Ensuring wide players help in defense while maintaining their attacking duties could mitigate counter-attacks.
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