Tomasz C. Wilczak
Tiki Taka Futbol
Tactical aspects of the game.
Analysis of players’ set up and roles on the field. Striker’s game Striker’s behavior when the ball is played from the goal kick:
Striker sets up the ball to either of the midfielders (midfielders must face the striker and be clear to receive the ball)
Striker faces his own goal
Midfielders face the opposition’s goal (midfielders are the ones to develop situation, the player facing the field of play can see better)
Movement & Support in midfield Essential midfielders’ movements at the build-up stage of the game.
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Distributing the ball and moving out of the area to create space for teammate
Creating supporting options
Two to three options for the player with the ball
Strikers’ movement To successfully create goal scoring opportunity, the appropriate movements must be developed from strikers.
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Lateral movement
Overlapping
Cutting across
Exchanging position with other striker
Looking for open space
Making runs
Key points Understanding team work
Delaying the opposition’s counter attack
Movement without the ball
Build-up = combination play
When defender moves up field, winger covers or other teammate
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