England vs Wales Tactical Breakdown: Bellamy's Fresh Approach Explained
Wales have altered their approach of football under their new coach.
Looking at Robert Page’s last dozen matches as coach with Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, an obvious difference is a new approach prioritizing ball control and dominating games through possession.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Football
With Page in charge, The Welsh high-energy approach was based on pressing aggressively off the ball, particularly in the flanks, predominantly using a fluid 3-4-3 formation to attack directly.
Bellamy's Fresh Approach
Bellamy has so far exclusively used a back four, urging the squad to maintain possession and build attacks with greater patience.
Measurable Shifts
The change in approach has led to a significantly increased possession rate, a increased pass count and a slight reduction in how frequently they lose possession in attacking areas.
The team also shows a better xG statistics under Bellamy.
Key Consideration
Will Bellamy's tactics provide Wales a improved likelihood of overcoming England?
The new approach since the change represents a notable shift away from Page's methods.
- Higher possession rates
- More patient build-up
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Improved expected goals
