This set-up will see your team playing with a sweeper behind the back 3. The advantage of this system is that there is always a covering player to support the back 3 defenders.
Your back 3 can play this 2 ways:
With this system you would look to attack using the width from the back.
When to use:
This system is good when:
Disadvantages:
With this formation it is hard for your team to create an overload situation in the midfield to help create a scoring chance for your forward line.
You will also find that you often finish up with your 'free' player in an unusable position at the back.
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"It is not only useful for staff who are experienced but a valuable tool for those subject staff who have to take teams."