Everyone has a part to play and as long as we keep to our role, I'm pretty sure we can get our first goal in open play in the next match.
The starting eleven for this formation (if possible)
Goalkeeper : Farehan
Left Back : Faris Foong
Right Back : Wayne a.k.a Park
Centre Back (L) : Faizal
Centre Back (R) : Borhan
Def. Mid. : Sadik
Left Mid. : A. Farkhan
Right Mid. : Helmi
Centre Mid. : Sher
Att Mid/ Fwd : Hidayat
Striker : Rendra
Instructions: Faizal will take the role of a sweeper and the role of a stopper is assigned to Borhan who will man-mark one of our opponent's striker. Both of you can change roles if needed. The left and right backs should perform zonal markings. Defensive Mid will act as a semi-stopper; trying to break down opponents attack rhythm. Central Midfielder will support the defence and the attack. The 2 side midfielders will help to cover the defence. Finally, Rendra will run around like a headless chicken, or rather, like a mosquito; being an irritation to our opposition's defence :P
We will play direct style football with short passes. Fullbacks may do some overlapping runs if they want to; provided there's players, normally midfielders, covering for them. In the event of a goal-kick from whichever side, the Def Mid will move up to the left of the central (holding) midfielder to even out the midfield line. Side Midfielders are also expected to compress more towards the centre during a goal-kick. Defence will not risk an offside play. GK is expected to bark orders to the defence and midfielders. Strikers will need to fulfil their defensive duties (don't watch blue out there). Let's pull off a string of 10 passes guys.
For those whom I did not mention in the starting line up, fret not because you guys are the most important players; when the first 11 have worn the opponents down, you guys will take over and get the win for us. That is what we are gunning for; a win. Lastly players should change their roles and position when duly needed.
p/s: Please comment on the formation. Constructive criticisms are greatly appreciated.
5 comments:
Interesting formation. Maybe we should have more of such tactical talks/discussions. Especially before the start of each match.
Some of us are not used to play in positions which we are not used to. Hence, we end up being a bit lost or make mistakes when we play.
I agree with farehan needing to shout a bit more. He's the captain isnt he? Play the captain's role bro.
Before we even discuss about team formation, we first need to touch upon our match fitness. Apparently most of us lack that, therefore I propose that we should ourselves improve on that, individually. We don't have to be super-fit, just don't tire out easily. Studies shown when u tire faster, your ability to think also diminishes, hence the bogus passing that we usually produce.
Secondly, passing and ball trapping. A good passing and first ball trapping are essential for the basis of a good team. We need to be able to pass the ball effectively and also trap the ball properly in order to win possessions, without which there is no point in coming up with the first eleven to begin with. We are not perfect, but we can definitely try. Start identifying the key players in our team and make sure the ball is delivered to them. They may not be able to wonders, but they can surely lift the spirits up if they are able to maintain possession for the team.
I agree that this is just recreational football, but it would be great if we can at least win and not be the whipping boys for other teams right? So in my opinion, for the benefit of the team we all must always keep our heads up whenever we concede so that our morale won't fall, no matter whose playing. Then, we can start talking about team formation and such. However it is a good start for a talking point. Good job team.
i think the formation suggestion happened because we are lacking in match fitness and skills... In order to compensate that, we need a good formation.. lol but that's my opinion....
I agree that we do need fitness. The best solution is to get together and play more. Maybe some street soccer. It's good for both the development of fitness and technical skills.
The formation stuff is pretty important because as a team we've got to understand how we should play together. So far it's been very uncoordinated stuff on the pitch, which have lead to us conceeding some silly goals.
At least with a proper formation we could hope to eliminate that part of the game and start to enjoy our soccer.
How about we go down to the futsal pitch at Safra Tampines on Tues nights and hone our skills there?
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