Wales vs England Tactical Analysis: Bellamy's Fresh Style Unpacked
Wales have altered their method of play with Bellamy.
Looking at the previous manager's final 12 games in charge to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games as Wales head coach, an obvious difference has been a strategic change to focus more on ball control and dominating games through possession.
The Page Era: Aggressive Play
During Page's tenure, The Welsh intense style centered around applying high pressure off the ball, especially in the wings, predominantly using a fluid 3-4-3 formation to push forward aggressively.
Craig Bellamy's Different Style
Craig Bellamy has only utilized a defensive line of four, pushing the team to hold the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.
Statistical Changes
The new strategy has produced a far higher average ball control, a more completed passes and a slight reduction in how regularly they give the ball away high up the pitch.
Additionally, Wales displays a better xG statistics under Bellamy.
Main Talking Point
Can Bellamy's approach give Wales a improved likelihood of overcoming England?
The new approach since the change represents a notable shift away from the old system.
- Higher possession rates
- Deliberate offensive construction
- Reduced high turnovers
- Enhanced scoring probability
