MILHS Breakdown #6
Portugal use of fullbacks pt2
Cancelo positioning not only allows Neto to receive free, but also creates space and doubt to attack the half space.
This dynamic takes a CB from the box, which means team get exposed and vulnerable in crosses.
This dynamic creates uncertainty for the defending team, forcing them to deal with the fullback attacking inside and the winger holding the width.
As a result, more 1v1 situations for the wingers and more opportunities for the fullbacks to attack the half-space.
MILHS Breakdown #5
Fullbacks occupying the half-spaces was one of Portugal’s most effective attacking dynamics against Croatia.
This worked because Portugal’s wingers stayed wide, creating 1v1 situations and allowing the fullbacks to attack the inside channels.
MILHS Breakdown #5
Fullbacks occupying the half-spaces was one of Portugal’s most effective attacking dynamics against Croatia.
This worked because Portugal’s wingers stayed wide, creating 1v1 situations and allowing the fullbacks to attack the inside channels.