England vs Wales Tactical Analysis: Bellamy's Fresh Approach Explained
The Welsh national team have changed their approach of football under Bellamy.
Looking at Robert Page’s final 12 games in charge with Bellamy's opening 12 leading Wales, an obvious difference is a strategic change to focus more on possession and dominating games through possession.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Play
During Page's tenure, Wales' intense style was based on pressing intensely without possession, especially in wide areas, predominantly using a flexible 3-4-3 system to push forward aggressively.
Bellamy's Fresh Approach
Bellamy has only utilized a four-man defense, urging the squad to maintain possession and build attacks more methodically.
Statistical Shifts
The change in approach has led to a significantly increased ball control, a higher tally of passes and a modest drop in how regularly they give the ball away in advanced positions.
Wales also boast a higher expected goals tally under Bellamy.
Key Consideration
Can Bellamy's approach give Wales a better opportunity of beating England?
The tactical evolution with the new coach signifies a significant departure from the old system.
- More ball control
- Deliberate offensive construction
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Improved expected goals
