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    Formation & Style

    Tactical Style:Custom Control Possession
    Mentality:Positive
    Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
    Team Fluidity:Flexible

    In Possession

    Shorter Passing
    Low Crosses
    Work Ball Into Box
    Fairly Narrow

    In Transition

    Roll It Out
    Distribute to Centre-Backs

    Out of Possession

    Higher Defensive Line
    High Press
    Prevent Short GK Distribution

    Team Shape Without Ball

    Shape:4-1-4-1
    Description:A compact defensive structure ensuring coverage across the midfield while allowing the full-backs to engage.
    Evidence:Higher Defensive Line + High Pressing to compress opposing spaces.

    Team Shape With Ball

    Shape:4-3-3
    Description:Balanced build-up play between wide and central areas, with the Mezzala pushing into advanced positions.
    Evidence:Inside Forward on one flank + Winger on the other flank + Deep-Lying Forward providing link-up.

    Phase Description

    Attacking Play

    Focus on possession through short passes, employing width from wingers while working the ball into the box.

    Defensive Transition

    Quickly regain possession with high pressing; roll the ball out to start play immediately.

    Main Focus

    Utilizing short passing and ball retention to create goal-scoring opportunities.

    Key Strengths

    Fluidity in Attack

    With a Mezzala and an Inside Forward, the attack can interchange positions effectively.

    Defensive Stability

    The combination of a Ball-Winning Midfielder and a Defensive Midfielder provides strong defensive cover.

    High Pressing Ability

    The team presses high to disrupt the opposition's build-up play effectively.

    Conflicting Directions

    Possession vs. Direct Play

    Focus on shorter passing may conflict with the need for quicker transitions to counter-attack.

    Ball Retention vs. Counter-Pressing

    While aiming for short passing, allowing the opponent to recover too quickly can hinder countering.

    Defensive Line Conflicts

    A higher line may leave gaps if opponents bypass the press.

    Tactical Suggestions

    Increase Width

    Consider widening the play by utilizing a wider formation to stretch defenses further.

    Fluidity Adjustment

    Experiment with Team Fluidity between Flexible and Structured to find a balance in positional play.

    Utilize Set Pieces

    Focus on leveraging set-pieces, given the profiles of the defenders.

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