England vs Wales Tactical Analysis: Bellamy's Fresh Style Explained
The Welsh national team have altered their method of play under their new coach.
Looking at Robert Page’s last dozen matches as coach with Craig Bellamy's opening 12 as Wales head coach, a noticeable shift has been a tactical switch emphasizing possession and controlling matches with the ball.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Play
During Page's tenure, Wales' high-energy approach centered around pressing intensely off the ball, especially in the flanks, typically using a flexible 3-4-3 system to push forward aggressively.
Craig Bellamy's Fresh Approach
The new coach has so far exclusively used a defensive line of four, encouraging his players to hold the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.
Statistical Differences
The new strategy has resulted in a much greater ball control, a increased pass count and a slight reduction in how regularly they give the ball away high up the pitch.
Additionally, Wales displays a better xG statistics since Bellamy took over.
Main Talking Point
Do Bellamy's strategies offer Wales a better opportunity of defeating England?
The strategic changes since the change demonstrates a clear move away from the previous regime.
- Higher possession rates
- More patient build-up
- Less giveaways in attack
- Better xG numbers
