The 4321 formation is also called the "Christmas tree" by fans.

This formation once made Italy's AC Milan invincible in European competitions.

But this does not mean that a certain formation must be very powerful, or that the 4321 formation must restrain the 442 parallel position.

It's just that in today's match between Coventry and Sunderland, Brees specifically targeted Robins's tactical arrangements.

In fact, what made Robins and the players angry was not that Jamie revealed Coventry's formation and style of play.

Because, as Robins said, it is useless for Sunderland to know this, and it is impossible to completely crush any team.

Just like Barcelona during the "Six Crowns" period, it is obvious that it is the 433 formation and tiki-taka tactics.

However, the whole world is studying Barcelona, ​​but there are still few teams that can beat them.

Therefore, what Jamie revealed is not so much Coventry’s tactics as it is the players’ playing characteristics.

To put it more bluntly, it is the weakness of Coventry players in playing football!

In the entire football world, there are only a few formations and tactical ideas that come and go.

What is the most important thing for a team?

Of course the players!

If a player's most secret shortcomings in playing football are known, his career will be very difficult.

Either completely indulge in a small club, or change your playing style and correct your shortcomings.

For example, the Dutch player Robben, known as "Peter Pan".

His playing characteristics are speed and inward cutting, and his "Robben route" is a unique skill in football.

But Robben also has a shortcoming, that is, he mainly relies on his left foot to dribble and shoot.

Robben's right foot was his weak point. At that time, he was still jokingly called "the weak foot" by the fans.

Of course, Robben's biggest weakness is his "glass man" attribute.

His body is very prone to injuries during games, so Robben was often used as a substitute by coaches later in his career.

When the team can't open up the situation, go on the court and rush forward, and try to control the time on the court as much as possible.

Therefore, Robben's body and right foot weaknesses are controlled by other teams, and the defensive players will focus on "taking care" of him.

The statistic that Robbins worries about, and that Brees feels is most important, is of course player weakness.

For example, main forward Gordon has a hidden knee injury, center back Dabo has a torn right toe, and goalkeeper Maurosi has just completed hemorrhoid surgery...

If these players' minor injuries were known to rival teams, they would definitely make a fuss about it.

Therefore, if Brees told Robbins that he would exercise "tactical restraint," he must have mastered the players' private data.

As a former Coventry main midfielder, Jamie has no problem knowing these little secrets of his teammates.

"Jamie, I'll leave the right wing to you! The opponent's left midfielder is not very familiar with the position!"

Blaise shouted loudly to Jamie.

Sunderland's right wing is Coventry's left wing.

At this time, Coventry's left midfielder was Jones, who had switched to midfield. His previous training position had always been forward.

Jones, who is playing on the left side of midfield for the first time, does not have a very good sense of position at the moment and needs to gradually develop familiarity through games.

As for Jones' discomfort with the position, even if Jamie didn't reveal it to Brace, Brace could still detect it professionally in his eyes.

Therefore, Brees directly asked the right midfielder Jamie to defend his old teammate.

"McGiddy, you go and defend the opponent's right midfielder, hold him back and prevent him from breaking through!"

After the game started, Brees methodically directed the team off the court based on the characteristics of Coventry's lineup.

Clampdown tactics!

In terms of defensive strategy, Sunderland adopted a three-midfielder and four-back tactic.

Two of the defensive midfielders defend Coventry's two wings respectively, and one central midfielder and defender defend the opponent's forward and central midfielder.

In terms of offensive strategy, Sunderland's two attacking midfielders and forwards are always ready to defend and counterattack.

Sure enough, as the game slowly progressed, the Coventry players gradually felt depressed during the game.

Can't attack, can't defend!

Robins, who was standing outside the sideline, was also quite nervous. He had expected this situation before the game.

Brees reminded him to change his tactics, which meant asking Robbins to replace the relevant starting players.

However, the current starting eleven on the field is already the perfect starting lineup in Robins' mind.

You can't let him put on a bunch of substitute players to play with Sunderland's main players, right?

There was a slight cold sweat on Robins' forehead, and the Coventry team was now gradually at a disadvantage.

If this stalemate continues, the balance on the field will soon be broken!

But what to do now? Substitute? Who should I replace?

Robins has someone he wants to buy, but the club currently only gives him this lineup for him to direct and mobilize.

If you lose this game, don't even think about buying someone else. Maybe you will be sold by the club soon!

On the court.

Even if Coventry's two full midfielders break through Sunderland's two midfielders, they will be covered by Sunderland's other midfielder and defender.

After conceding the ball, Coventry's midfielder had to retreat immediately to prevent the opponent's counterattack.

"Jones, give up! I'm targeting you today!" Jamie said after continuing to defend Jones closely.

"Damn it! Even if we can't attack, you can't even try to score!" Jones said harshly.

"Really? Haha, we don't want to actively defend all the time!"

"Then, now, it's time!"

Jamie curled his lips, showing an evil smile, and then nodded to Sunderland forward Maguire in the frontcourt.

Maguire understood and immediately ran towards Coventry's penalty area.

At this time, Sunderland midfielder McGeady was holding the ball, and he quickly passed the ball in the direction of Maguire.

Coventry's centre-backs Dabo and Mason quickly ran towards Maguire.

Fight for the header!

The Coventry team must win this high-altitude ball, otherwise the consequences of the opponent's forward getting the ball in the penalty area are unimaginable.

Therefore, two defenders must compete with the opponent for the ball.

Dabo, Mason and Maguire all jumped high at the same time. Dabo successfully grabbed the header and successfully cleared the ball.

But at this time, something suddenly happened!

When Maguire failed to win a header and fell to the ground, his sole stepped heavily on Dabo's right foot.

Dabo's toes on his right foot were injured before, and there was a small bone fracture on his big toe. He is still recovering.

Being stepped down by Maguire's foot, the pain caused Dabo to hold his feet and roll on the turf, with tears in his eyes.

The referee quickly stopped the game and punished the attacking player for a foul!

Dabo was in unbearable pain and quickly waved his hand in the direction of the head coach!
Chapter completed!