England vs Wales Strategic Analysis: Bellamy's New Approach Unpacked
The Welsh national team have adjusted their approach of football with Craig Bellamy.
By comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches as coach with Craig Bellamy's first 12 games as Wales head coach, a noticeable shift has been a strategic change to focus more on ball control and controlling matches with the ball.
Under Robert Page: Aggressive Football
With Page in charge, Wales' high-energy approach focused on pressing aggressively off the ball, particularly in the flanks, typically using a fluid 3-4-3 formation to attack directly.
Bellamy's New Direction
Bellamy has so far exclusively used a defensive line of four, urging the squad to hold the ball and construct offensive moves more methodically.
Statistical Differences
The new strategy has led to a significantly increased possession rate, a more completed passes and a modest drop in how frequently they lose possession in advanced positions.
The team also shows a better xG statistics under Bellamy.
Key Consideration
Do Bellamy's strategies provide Wales a better opportunity of defeating England?
The strategic changes since the change represents a notable shift away from the old system.
- Increased possession
- More patient build-up
- Reduced high turnovers
- Better xG numbers
