Wales vs England Strategic Breakdown: Bellamy's New Approach Unpacked
The Welsh national team have adjusted their approach of play under Bellamy.
By comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches as coach to Bellamy's opening 12 leading Wales, an obvious difference has been a tactical switch to focus more on ball control and dominating games with the ball.
The Page Era: Aggressive Football
With Page in charge, Wales' intense style focused on pressing intensely without possession, especially in the wings, mostly employing a flexible 3-4-3 system to attack directly.
Craig Bellamy's New Direction
Craig Bellamy has consistently employed a back four, encouraging his players to maintain possession and construct offensive moves more methodically.
Measurable Shifts
This tactical shift has resulted in a far higher average amount of possession, a higher tally of passes and a small decrease in how frequently they lose possession high up the pitch.
The team also shows a better xG statistics with Bellamy.
Key Consideration
Will Bellamy's tactics provide Wales a improved likelihood of defeating England?
The new approach since the change demonstrates a notable shift away from the previous regime.
- Increased possession
- More patient build-up
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Improved expected goals
