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Formation & Style
Tactical Style:Custom Control Possession
Mentality:Balanced
Formation:4-3-3 DM Wide
Team Fluidity:Flexible
In Possession
Shorter Passing
Play Out Of Defence
Work Ball Into Box
Slightly Higher Tempo
Fairly Wide
In Transition
Take Short Kicks
Counter
Counter-Press
Out of Possession
Higher Defensive Line
Mid Block
More Often
Prevent Short GK Distribution
Team Shape Without Ball
Shape:Mid Block
Description:The team maintains a higher defensive line with a mid-block approach, seeking to regain possession before opponents reach their final third.
Evidence:Higher Defensive Line at [2,1], [2,3], [2,5] and Mid Block strategy in the out-of-possession settings.
Team Shape With Ball
Shape:Fluid Wide Play
Description:Utilizes wing-backs to stretch the opposition and create space in central areas for attacking midfielders and forwards.
Evidence:Wing-Backs at [2,1] and [2,5] with Inside Forward and Winger providing width from the flanks.
Phase Description
Attacking Play
The team focuses on building play through short passing and maintaining possession while working the ball into the box, utilizing the width provided by wing-backs.
Defensive Transition
In transition to defence, the team employs counter-pressing to quickly regain possession, ensuring opposition players are pressured immediately.
Main Focus
The overall tactic emphasizes possession while remaining balanced, with a structured approach both in attack and defense.
Key Strengths
Possession Retention
The use of a Deep-Lying Playmaker and Advanced Playmaker facilitates smooth transitions and retention of possession.
High Pressing
Effective use of counter-press allows for quick recovery of the ball in opposition territory, pressuring the opposition's buildup.
Dynamic Wing Play
Wing-backs in attack and inside forwards create overloads on the flanks, offering wide options in attack.
Conflicting Directions
Against High Blocks
The tactic may struggle against highly compact defenses, limiting inside penetration options especially when trying to work the ball into the box.
Vulnerability to Counter-attacks
High defensive line may lead to vulnerabilities during transitions, especially against quick counter-attacking teams.
Limited Central Scoring Options
Heavy reliance on wing play can detract from finding central scoring options, reducing goal threat.
Tactical Suggestions
Adjust Counter-Pressing
Consider reducing intensity of counter-pressing to avoid excessive exertion and vulnerability to quick breaks.
Incorporate More Direct Options
Integrating more direct passing options can exploit opposition weaknesses while ensuring fluidity is maintained.
Explore Rotation in Midfield
Introducing rotation or versatile roles in midfield can aid in optimizing space and creativity during challenging matches.
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Foundations
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