Deep-lying playmaker runs their game
Their #6 takes the ball from the centre-backs and dictates play. Decide who handles their #6 without opening the pass behind your midfield.
Opponent scouting report
- Passing 18/20#6 holding midfielder receives from the centre-backs and sets the tempo
- Off-ball movement 16/20#10 attacking midfielder drifts into the pocket behind your midfield
Match prepSet up · then play
Blue is your team. Dotted lines are the passes they want to play from the back.
Your setup
Decide who handles their #6, then play the move
- BenefitPressure on the ball: their #4 has to decide quickly
- CostA straight run leaves the pass into their #6 wide open behind your striker