England vs Wales Strategic Analysis: Bellamy's New Approach Unpacked
Wales have altered their approach of football with their new coach.
By comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches as coach to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, an obvious difference is a tactical switch prioritizing possession and dominating games with the ball.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Play
During Page's tenure, The Welsh aggressive tactics centered around pressing aggressively off the ball, particularly in the flanks, typically using a adaptable 3-4-3 setup for direct attacks.
Craig Bellamy's New Direction
Bellamy has so far exclusively used a four-man defense, pushing the team to hold the ball and develop plays more methodically.
Measurable Changes
The change in approach has led to a much greater amount of possession, a more completed passes and a small decrease in how regularly they give the ball away high up the pitch.
Additionally, Wales displays a higher expected goals tally since Bellamy took over.
The Big Question
Will Bellamy's tactics provide Wales a improved likelihood of defeating England?
The strategic changes under Bellamy demonstrates a notable shift away from the previous regime.
- Higher possession rates
- Slower, methodical attacks
- Reduced high turnovers
- Enhanced scoring probability
