Positive 4-3-3 DM Wide (Attacking) Tactic

Formation and style

Positive

Attacking

4-3-3 DM Wide

Structured

In possession

Play Out of Defence

Higher Tempo

Focus Play Down Left

Run at Defence

In transition

Counter

Counter Press

Out of possession

Higher Defensive Line

Trigger Press More Often

Player roles

GK

Sweeper Keeper

Attack

Defender

Full-Back

Attack

Defender

Centre-Back

Defend

Defender

Ball-Playing Defender

Defend

Defender

Full-Back

Support

Defensive Midfield

Defensive Midfielder

Defend

Central Midfield

Central Midfielder

Support

Central Midfield

Central Midfielder

Attack

Attacking Midfield

Inside Forward

Attack

Attacking Midfield

Winger

Attack

Striker

Advanced Forward

Attack

Phase description

Utilize width with overlapping full-backs and inside forwards cutting in to create goal-scoring opportunities.

Quickly drop into a compact shape and initiate counter-pressing to regain possession.

Exploit the flanks while maintaining central support to stretch opposition defence.

Team shape defence

4-3-3

A flat four at the back with a defensive midfielder screening, ensuring stability.

4 defenders, with DM at [3,3] providing vital cover.

Team shape attack

4-3-3

Fluid attacking style with focuses on width and interchange between front three.

3 forwards with support from wide full-backs creating overloads.

Key strengths

Fluid Attack

The combination of inside forwards, wingers, and an advanced forward creates fluid movement and tactical unpredictability.

IF-A at [6,2], W-A at [6,5], AF-A at [6,3]

Width in Attack

Utilizing full-backs who push forward adds width, stretching the opposition and creating space.

FB-A at [2,1] and FB-S at [2,5] overlapping.

Conflicting tactics

Vulnerability to Long-range Shots

The defence might be exposed by opponents shooting from distance due to higher defensive line.

Negative: Long-Range Shots.

Counter-Press Effectiveness

High pressing style may lead to exhaustion and defensive gaps if the opposition bypasses the initial press.

High engagement with 'Trigger Press More Often'.

Risk exposures

Risk Exposures

Items

Defensive Line

A higher line increases risks against pacey forwards.

Negative: Long-Range Shots.

Transition Periods

The quick shift from attack to defence could leave gaps for counter-attacks.

Negative: Opposition Final Third Entries - Central.

Role synergies

Role Synergies

Items

Winger and Inside Forward

Creates space for each other and can interchange to confuse defenders.

W-A at [6,5] with IF-A at [6,2].

Ball-Playing Defender and Central Midfielder

Facilitates fluid ball progression from defence to midfield, aiding in building up attacks.

BPD at [2,3] with CM-A at [3,3].

Suggested questions

How can we improve conversion rates from chances created?

What adjustments can we make to counteract teams that exploit the central areas?

Should we consider changing the roles of our midfielders based on opposition strengths?