Modern football is a tactical game. For the spectators, it might be just another game of football, but for the manager and his players, it is nothing short of a game of chess. The players are the pawns, with some being as powerful as the queen, and the manager is the one controlling every movement and decision. The goalkeeper protecting the king, that is the goal. This battle for supremacy has spiraled down the ages through the brilliant minds of genius coaches who revolutionized the game with their uniqueness. Today I'll be discussing about some of the most popular formations throughout the world in this day and age. If you are already familiar with these formations, you still might want to read on. I will only be talking about the formations here, and not the different styles of play which is unique to each manager. So sit back and enjoy; The 4-3-3 The 4-3-3 is by far the most popular formation and is used by a number of coaches throughout the world, both for its simplicity and ...
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