Why the Third Man Is Impossible to Defend

Try my tactics software: fmstadio.com The third man is one of the most important patterns in football, it can be used to beat a high press, break a midfield line or find a player in behind the defence. In this video we break down why it's such an important part of modern football, and how it can easily expose any defensive system #tactics #thirdman #footballmeta Xavi Interview @TheCoachesVoice    • Xavi • Playing style, tactics in and out o...   Become a channel Member:    / @footballmeta   In Partnership with SICS:    / @sicssport   instagram.com/sics.sport If you enjoyed this video please leave a like & subscribe for more! __________________________________________________________________________________ KEEP UP TO DATE SECOND CHANNEL:    / @thecoachbook   INSTAGRAM:  / thefootballmeta   PATREON:   / footballmeta   __________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters 00:00 The Third Man 01:31 Third Man Origin 02:14 Why it Works 03:00 Use in Build-up 06:00 Case Study: Dezerbi 07:07 Skip Two Lines 09:04 Use in Midfield 11:25 Case Study: Guardiola & Chivu 12:53 Final Third & Barcelona