England vs Wales Tactical Breakdown: Bellamy's Fresh Style Unpacked
Wales have changed their approach of play with Craig Bellamy.
When comparing the previous manager's final 12 games in charge to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, a noticeable shift is a new approach prioritizing ball control and dominating games with the ball.
The Page Era: Aggressive Play
During Page's tenure, Wales' high-energy approach was based on pressing intensely without possession, particularly in the flanks, typically using a adaptable 3-4-3 setup to attack directly.
Craig Bellamy's Different Style
The new coach has only utilized a four-man defense, pushing the team to hold the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.
Measurable Shifts
The new strategy has resulted in a significantly increased possession rate, a more completed passes and a slight reduction in how frequently they lose possession in attacking areas.
Additionally, Wales displays a improved expected goals metric under Bellamy.
The Big Question
Will Bellamy's tactics give Wales a greater chance of beating England?
The tactical evolution with the new coach represents a clear move away from Page's methods.
- Higher possession rates
- Deliberate offensive construction
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Enhanced scoring probability
