Breaking Down a 4-4-2 || Football Analysis
Despite attacking set-up, many teams are reverting to a 'Flat 4-4-2' defensively due to its compactness, simplicity and the amount of ground that can be covered due to the 2 banks of 4. Different teams looked to play through, around and over this block in different ways, a few examples that stood out from the World Cup 2018 are explored into thier ideas and methods to break down this infamous defensive shape. Enjoy, any thoughts leave a comment!

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