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4-4-2
Very popular and versatile formation which permits the use of a sweeper and wingers. Many teams use their own version of this system. The main strength of the system is the defense-midfield interaction. The weakness are the two forwards who have to be constantly supported by the midfield.

4-3-3
Systematic formation used by Dutch and youth squads because of its simplicity. It permits the use of a sweeper and a designated striker. The two outside attackers can be withdrawn back to the position of wingers thus packing in defensively.

4-5-1
This formation crowds nearly all parts of midfield slowing down enemy attacks. From an offensive point of view, the system relies on wing attacks supported by the midfield. The downside is that the lone striker is left on his own up front and may become isolated.

3-5-2
Relatively modern formation that developed after the popularization of 4-4-2. It utilizes more efficiently the fourth fullback who frequently had little to do when defending against only two attackers.

3-4-3
Classic and offensive formation that balances all players evenly across the field. A typical center striker must be utilized with this formation. In defense, the three fullbacks have to be permanently supported by the midfield with at least one defensive halfback.

By looking at the above description of soccer formations, Miracle FC's current formation is 3-4-3. Think you can counter our formation?? Well...think again...

Our 3-4-3(Diamond) Formation:-

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Simple instructions to note when playing the 3-4-3(Diamond) formation...
 
Sweeper (SW) The sweeper should be a leader on the field. Controls the defence, always staying behind the fullbacks.

Left/Right Backs (LB/RB) Cover the opponent's forwards.

Left/Right Defenders (LD/RD) They mark (or cover) the other teams forwards. With more advanced teams these players are used to carry the ball up the outside with the midfielders, allowing more effective crossing.

Left/Right Midfielders (LM/RM) In charge for the crosses in the offense, and usually carry the ball up the field, since they have more room than the center midfielders.

Defensive/Offensive Midfielders (DM/OM) Distribute the ball among the offenders and try to stop or slow down opponents plays before they get to the defensive line.

Forwards (F1/F2/F3) Runs to the corners are the primary weapons of forwards. The center forward and the opposite forward should break inside to receive the cross.

So you see, in soccer, its not about 22 men running for a ball, tactical plays and strategies play a big role in soccer. And always remember that soccer is about TEAMWORK!!

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