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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom
Mentality:Balanced
Formation:5-2-3 DM Wide
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Fairly Wide
In Transition
Distribute Quickly
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
Mid Block
More Often Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:5-2-3
Description:A compact back five with specific roles in midfield controlling space.
Evidence:BPD-De at [2,3] and CD-De at [2,4] maintaining defensive solidity.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:Dynamic 5-2-3
Description:Wingers push up for width while the DLF and IF create movement against defenses.
Evidence:IW-Su at [5,1] and IF-A at [6,3] stretching defenses.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
Focuses on quick transitions, utilizing wing play and support from midfield.
Defensive Transition
Emphasizes immediate counter-pressing to recover possession quickly.
Main Focus
Creating overloads in wide areas to exploit defensive weaknesses.
Key Strengths
Defensive Solidity
The formation allows for a solid defense against transitions with a compact back line.
Wide Attack Options
Utilizes wing-backs to provide width effectively in attack.
Fluid Midfield Movement
RPM and BWM work together to create space and support both defense and attack.
Conflicting Directions
Weak Influence in Final Thirds
Potential for lacking cutting edge in critical attacking zones due to heavy flat midfield.
Conversion Issues
Struggles with converting chances from central positions.
Consistency in Long-Range Shots
Possibility for more efforts outside the box could enhance attacking unpredictability.
Tactical Suggestions
Encourage More Attacking Width
Reassessing the positioning of the IW and CWB could create more offensive opportunities.
Increase Central Attacking Support
Consider adjusting midfield roles to include a more attack-minded option.
Adjust Defensive Block Height
Experimenting with a lower block may suit counter-attacking style better.
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