Wales vs England Strategic Breakdown: Craig Bellamy's Fresh Approach Unpacked
Wales have adjusted their approach of football under Bellamy.
When comparing the previous manager's final 12 games in charge to Craig Bellamy's opening 12 leading Wales, one clear change is a tactical switch prioritizing ball control and dominating games through possession.
The Page Era: High-Energy Football
With Page in charge, Wales' high-energy approach centered around pressing intensely off the ball, mainly in the wings, mostly employing a adaptable 3-4-3 setup to attack directly.
Craig Bellamy's Different Style
Bellamy has consistently employed a defensive line of four, pushing the team to hold the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.
Measurable Changes
The change in approach has produced a far higher average possession rate, a higher tally of passes and a modest drop in how regularly they give the ball away high up the pitch.
Wales also boast a better xG statistics since Bellamy took over.
The Big Question
Can Bellamy's approach give Wales a improved likelihood of defeating England?
The strategic changes since the change signifies a significant departure away from the old system.
- More ball control
- Deliberate offensive construction
- Less giveaways in attack
- Better xG numbers
