England vs Wales Strategic Analysis: Bellamy's New Approach Unpacked
The Welsh national team have adjusted their style of play under their new coach.
Looking at the previous manager's final 12 games in charge to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, one clear change is a tactical switch prioritizing ball control and dominating games through possession.
The Page Era: High-Energy Football
During Page's tenure, The Welsh intense style was based on pressing aggressively without possession, particularly in wide areas, mostly employing a adaptable 3-4-3 setup for direct attacks.
Craig Bellamy's New Direction
The new coach has so far exclusively used a four-man defense, urging the squad to hold the ball and build attacks in a more prosaic manner.
Measurable Differences
The change in approach has led to a far higher average ball control, a more completed passes and a small decrease in how regularly they give the ball away in attacking areas.
Additionally, Wales displays a better xG statistics since Bellamy took over.
The Big Question
Can Bellamy's approach give Wales a greater chance of overcoming England?
The strategic changes with the new coach demonstrates a clear move away from the previous regime.
- Increased possession
- Slower, methodical attacks
- Less giveaways in attack
- Enhanced scoring probability
