England vs Wales Tactical Breakdown: Craig Bellamy's New Style Unpacked
Wales have changed their approach of football with Bellamy.
By comparing Robert Page’s final 12 games in charge with Craig Bellamy's first 12 games as Wales head coach, a noticeable shift has been a strategic change emphasizing ball control and dominating games through possession.
Under Robert Page: High-Energy Football
During Page's tenure, Wales' aggressive tactics focused on pressing intensely without possession, particularly in the flanks, typically using a fluid 3-4-3 formation to attack directly.
Craig Bellamy's Different Style
Bellamy has only utilized a defensive line of four, pushing the team to get on the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.
Statistical Shifts
The new strategy has produced a far higher average amount of possession, a more completed passes and a slight reduction in how frequently they lose possession in advanced positions.
Additionally, Wales displays a higher expected goals tally under Bellamy.
The Big Question
Can Bellamy's approach provide Wales a improved likelihood of defeating England?
The new approach with the new coach represents a clear move from the previous regime.
- More ball control
- More patient build-up
- Fewer losses in advanced areas
- Better xG numbers
