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Fair enough, so based on what you write, is how confident are you in your back two? I would opt for the risk if I thought it was going to add something to my attack- I regularly tempt fate with attacking fullbacks because I like what they do in that duty. If you are questionable about the back two against stronger opponents or certain shapes, then switching to an anchorman or DM(D) would certainly give you a bit of extra protection. What I might consider, in your shoes, since you are doing well, is leave the DM as a regista with the two attacking backs against weak teams, or teams that lack attacking width, and against the strong sides, or ones who major heavily on wing play, switch him to the more defensive DM role.

Something to think about until I can dive in again. Thank you, perspective appreciated!

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Why not try it in a match and see what happens? Wait till you have a game against an inferior opponent so you don't get torn up by someone you need points over, and watch a half. You'll see fairly quickly if what you fear is coming to pass, or if the reward is worth the risk.

That's what I normally do but so little time this week, thought I'd ask for advice until I can actually test it out.

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I don't feel this deserves its own thread but I'm looking for some advice. I've been having tons of fun with this system, as it started as a possession based thing but I was bored, so decided to make some major changes as I wanted a more aggressive style of football with playmakers transitioning the ball forward or breaking pattern with killer balls against high lines. Now though, I find myself at a crossroads, despite the results being great, I want to tempt faith and change the role of the left wing back, from support to attack. He does make runs forward and participate a lot in the final third already, but I'm finding myself greedy and want him to do even more, at the same time, my two centre back's will most likely be ****ed. I guess what I'm asking is, should I do it and change the Regista to a role that protects the defense more, should I risk it all and change the left wingback to attack and leave everything else as it is, or should I just not give in to my temptations and let it be?

[The Art of Possession Football]

This inspired me to go batshit insane with a Regista, Deep Lying Playmakers (S), a Roaming Playmaker and a Treauartista in a fluid system. Yeah. Will post end results when season ends.

[The Art of Possession Football]

Great read!

I always go for a insane possession game, with much higher tempo, three man defense, midfield consisting mostly of playmakers and pressure as if there was no tomorrow. Atleast two strikers, as well. Games can turn into a heart attack, though!