Real Betis Rebuild 4-2-3-1 Control(150+ Goals)

Formation & Shape

Base Shape: 4-2-3-1

Style: Custom Control Possession

Mentality: Positive, with emphasis on controlling games through short passing and territorial dominance.

In Possession

Shorter passing and low crosses to maintain control and precision.

Run at defence instruction gives wingers and AM more direct threat.

Focus play down the left but also use right overlaps to stretch teams.

Higher tempo and narrow width for quick circulation in central areas.

In Transition

Immediate counter-press to recover quickly.

Counter instruction ensures quick breaks when the ball is won.

Goalkeeper distributes quickly to restart attacks.

Out of Possession

Much higher defensive line with high press to suffocate opponents.

Prevent short GK distribution keeps rivals pinned back.

Compact shape forces opposition wide, inviting low-quality crosses.

Strengths

Central overload with AM and two CMs ensures control in midfield.

IW roles cut inside to add extra goal threat.

Back four with two ball-playing defenders gives solid build-up base.

Clean sheet machine: fewest goals conceded in the league.

Weaknesses

Vulnerable to long-range shots due to compact shape.

Striker isolation possible if AM/wingers fail to link.

Weak influence against deep defensive blocks if tempo drops.

Key Players

Chastidis (AF): Main goal outlet, thrives on movement and finishing.

Balde (AM): Creative hub, links midfield and attack.

Varela & Sávio (IWs): Provide width and cut inside for goals.

Taylor & Hjerta-Dahl (CMs): Balance possession and ball-winning.

Lemkin & Murillo (BPDs): Crucial for controlled build-up.

Jörgensen (SK): Ball-playing keeper starting attacks.