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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom
Mentality:Positive
Formation:4-3-3
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Low Crosses
Run At Defence
Be More Expressive
Underlap Left
Underlap Right
Fairly Wide
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Distribute To Centre-Backs
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
High Press
Prevent Short GK Distribution
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Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:4-1-4-1
Description:A compact defensive shape, with the DM protecting the back line and the wingers tracking back.
Evidence:DM-S at [3,3] and a higher defensive line.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:4-3-3
Description:Dynamic attacking shape with width provided by the inverted wingers and flexibility from the mezzala.
Evidence:IF-S at [5,1] and IWB-S at [2,1] allowing overlapping runs.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focus on short passing and underlapping runs, utilizing the width provided by the wingers. The team is encouraged to express themselves in the attacking third.
Defensive Transition
Quickly regroup in opposition to prevent counters, using counter-pressing to regain possession.
Main Focus
Utilizing width through inverted wingers and full-backs to create space and provide options in the final third.
Key Strengths
Dynamic Wing Play
Inverted wingers and wing-backs create width and multiple options in the final third.
Effective Pressing
High pressing and counter-pressing can disrupt opposition's build-up play.
Ball Progression
Ball-Playing Defender aids in maintaining possession and initiating attacks from the back.
Conflicting Directions
High Line Risk
The combination of a higher defensive line and high press may expose the defence to quick counter-attacks.
Creative Burden
Reliance on a few key creative players can lead to predictability in the final third.
Transition Vulnerability
Aggressive pressing can leave the midfield exposed during transitions.
Tactical Suggestions
Adjust Defensive Line
Consider lowering the defensive line to reduce vulnerability to counters.
Diversify Attack Options
Involve more midfielders in the final third to enhance unpredictability.
Optimize Full-Back Roles
Utilize IWB roles to create overloads on the flanks between wide players and midfielders.
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