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Published on 2024-07-04 13:30:00
Alan Brazil discussed England’s performance at Euro 2024 ahead of their quarter-final match against Switzerland, highlighting the opportunity for the team to make a statement by beating a top team in the tournament. Concerns among supporters have been raised about why manager Gareth Southgate does not replicate the tactics of managers like Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta to showcase the strengths of the players.
Brazil pointed out that England’s playing style does not resemble that of Manchester City or Arsenal, two teams associated with dominating possession and pressing the opposition intensively. He suggested that Guardiola would be frustrated by England’s lack of urgency in pressing and retaining possession, as well as the use of players like Phil Foden and Jude Bellingham in unfamiliar positions.
The lack of intensity in England’s press, disjointed tactics, and struggles in possession could lead Guardiola to question Southgate’s player profiling and tactical decisions. Brazil’s remarks indicate that there are areas where England can improve to match the standards set by top clubs like Manchester City.
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