Wales vs England Strategic Analysis: Bellamy's New Approach Explained
The Welsh national team have changed their style of play under Craig Bellamy.
By comparing Robert Page’s last dozen matches in charge with Bellamy's opening 12 leading Wales, an obvious difference has been a strategic change prioritizing ball control and controlling matches with the ball.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Play
During Page's tenure, The Welsh intense style centered around pressing aggressively off the ball, especially in the wings, mostly employing a flexible 3-4-3 system to push forward aggressively.
Bellamy's New Direction
The new coach has so far exclusively used a four-man defense, encouraging his players to maintain possession and build attacks more methodically.
Measurable Changes
The change in approach has produced a far higher average ball control, a more completed passes and a small decrease in how frequently they lose possession in attacking areas.
The team also shows a better xG statistics with Bellamy.
The Big Question
Will Bellamy's tactics give Wales a better opportunity of defeating England?
The tactical evolution under Bellamy demonstrates a notable shift away from the old system.
- Increased possession
- Deliberate offensive construction
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Enhanced scoring probability
