England vs Wales Strategic Breakdown: Bellamy's Fresh Style Unpacked
Wales have altered their approach of football with Craig Bellamy.
By comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches in charge to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, one clear change has been a tactical switch to focus more on possession and controlling matches through possession.
Under Robert Page: Aggressive Play
During Page's tenure, The Welsh high-energy approach centered around pressing aggressively off the ball, particularly in the flanks, typically using a fluid 3-4-3 formation to attack directly.
Craig Bellamy's Different Style
Craig Bellamy has only utilized a defensive line of four, encouraging his players to hold the ball and build attacks with greater patience.
Measurable Shifts
The new strategy has led to a much greater ball control, a more completed passes and a modest drop in how frequently they lose possession in advanced positions.
Wales also boast a better xG statistics under Bellamy.
The Big Question
Will Bellamy's tactics offer Wales a improved likelihood of beating England?
The new approach under Bellamy demonstrates a clear move from the previous regime.
- Higher possession rates
- More patient build-up
- Less giveaways in attack
- Improved expected goals
