3-5-2 vs. 4-3-3

Back Three formations have had a resurgence in recent seasons, with the likes of Antonio Conte & Thomas Tuchel winning trophies at their respective clubs, with the 3-5-2 used regularly.
The 3-5-2 utilises an extra centre backs, & two wingbacks which often support high the in the attacking phase. The midfield trio cover the central spaces, with both centre forwards high in the attack.
The 4-3-3 is one of the most common formations, with a central midfield trio operating ahead of the four man back line, and underneath a front three.
This video analyses how the 3-5-2 operates when up against a 4-3-3, & some suggested patterns, movements, & rotations in both the attacking and defending phases.
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This video is part of the Formation Tactics Series, where we will focus on one specific formation in both the attacking & defending moments, when up against a differring structure.
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00:14 - Introduction
01:11 - Playing out from the Back
02:37 - Building into Midfield
03:40 - Breaking into the Final Third
05:15 - High Pressing (1)
05:41 - High Pressing (2)
06:48 - Mid - Block Defending
07:42 - Low - Block Defending
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[@JohnNasaye]

Intricate explanation! Ive been trying out the 3-5-2 formation and this is really insightful! Thanks!

[@willz682]

Ur breakdown is literally the best example out there👍

[@oladimejidamilola6610]

This is enlightening 😊

[@altesande]

Nice and concise

[@analysisfootball]

Really enjoying your content. Will you do a break down for 3-5-2 vs 4-4-2, 3-5-2 and 4-5-1? And do you have any socials I can follow you on? Thanks for sharing!

[@elitefootballtactics4115]

Thanks! Over time I'm planning on content around all the main formations against one another, so plenty more to come from the 3-5-2!

[@mhassangatuso7796]

Keep it up

[@BPCEnglish]

Thanks very much for this. If the opposition only plays one striker, which of the back three should mark him/her?

[@pCybertech]

Can you talk tactical analysis about every player position