Back 3 plus 2 CDMs against a front 3 with 1 CAM and 2 forward running fullbacks
When fullbacks are driving forward, who closes down? If one of the back 3 then which CDM fills his gap and who closes down the CAM?
Understand compress and widen
Use the width
Front 3 interchange
Central striker hold up play.
Patience
Communication is key
alternate:
Switch FBs to WBs to drive out
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