3-5-2 vs. 4-3-3

Back Three formations have had a resurgence in recent seasons, with the likes of Antonio Conte & Thomas Tuchel winning trophies at their respective clubs, with the 3-5-2 used regularly.
The 3-5-2 utilises an extra centre backs, & two wingbacks which often support high the in the attacking phase. The midfield trio cover the central spaces, with both centre forwards high in the attack.
The 4-3-3 is one of the most common formations, with a central midfield trio operating ahead of the four man back line, and underneath a front three.
This video analyses how the 3-5-2 operates when up against a 4-3-3, & some suggested patterns, movements, & rotations in both the attacking and defending phases.
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This video is part of the Formation Tactics Series, where we will focus on one specific formation in both the attacking & defending moments, when up against a differring structure.
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00:14 - Introduction
01:11 - Playing out from the Back
02:37 - Building into Midfield
03:40 - Breaking into the Final Third
05:15 - High Pressing (1)
05:41 - High Pressing (2)
06:48 - Mid - Block Defending
07:42 - Low - Block Defending
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[@Cine_ma77]

This is really succinct, covers all phases of play for each position, good job. I'd be extremely grateful if you could keep piting various formations against each other and explaining them. I would really love to learn more from your channel regarding this.
Thank you.

[@JohnNasaye]

Intricate explanation! Ive been trying out the 3-5-2 formation and this is really insightful! Thanks!

[@willz682]

Ur breakdown is literally the best example out there👍

[@oladimejidamilola6610]

This is enlightening 😊

[@altesande]

Nice and concise

[@analysisfootball]

Really enjoying your content. Will you do a break down for 3-5-2 vs 4-4-2, 3-5-2 and 4-5-1? And do you have any socials I can follow you on? Thanks for sharing!

[@elitefootballtactics4115]

Thanks! Over time I'm planning on content around all the main formations against one another, so plenty more to come from the 3-5-2!

[@mhassangatuso7796]

Keep it up

[@BPCEnglish]

Thanks very much for this. If the opposition only plays one striker, which of the back three should mark him/her?

[@pCybertech]

Can you talk tactical analysis about every player position