Formation
TacticsThe arrangement of players on the pitch (e.g., 4-4-2, 4-3-3).
Related Terms in Tactics
Tiki-Taka
A style of play characterized by short passing and movement, working the ball through various channels, and maintaining possession. Associated with FC Barcelona and Spain.
Catenaccio
A tactical system in football with a strong emphasis on defence. Associated historically with Italian football.
Park the Bus
A slang term for playing extremely defensively with almost all players behind the ball to preserve a score.
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