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The most recent formation to pop on the
scene is that of the 3-5-2. This formation is often used by higher levels
of competitors such as collegiate or professional teams. To be successful
with this formation you must have exactly the right amount of talent.
Because the talent is so precise to fit this formation, youth teams who
randomly select members, often don’t have the luxury and talent to use
this formation.
DEFENDERS in the 3-5-2 formation consist of three athletes: a left
fullback, right fullback and a sweeper (or center fullback). These three
defenders must stay tightly together, no more than 10-25 yards apart from
eachother at all times. They form a slight triangle in shape with the
sweeper nearest his own goal. That means, from left fullback to right
fullback the distance should be no more than 50 yards. These three
fullbacks must work together, sliding back and forth across the field
supporting each other and making sure that all attackers are accounted
for. Generally, the two outside fullbacks will mark the two opposing
forwards “man to man” all game long, leaving the sweeper free to help out
whenever necessary. Because there are only three defenders, they are much
less likely to make offensive runs. Only if they are absolutely sure that
they will score or assist in a goal should they make an offensive run and
leave the man their marking. Again, this defensive strategy is only for
the most skilled of teams and very confident defenders.
MIDFIELDERS in the 3-5-2 formation consist of five athletes. This
formation allows for three central midfielders and two outside
midfielders. Again, skill level comes into play here. This type of
formation can not be run by a team unless the skill level is excellent.
With three players in the middle it is critical that they all have tight
ball skills as well as communication skills. They must all work together
in attacking, defending, maintaining possession, winning 50/50 ball and
controlling the overall pace of the game. These 5 midfielders can be
murder on the opposing team if skilled, but they can also ruin a teams
chemistry and ability if not properly trained. It takes a very special
group of individuals to create a successful 5 person midfield.
FORWARDS in the 3-5-2 formation consist of 2 athletes. These two
athletes have a very unique job. They must work together the entire game,
rarely separating themselves by more then 10 to 20 yards. Together they
must work to close off angles and defenders from clearing the ball out of
the defensive areas. These two forwards must become so comfortable with
eachother that they can predict where the others next move will be. It is
very important for these players to be fast and agile. It is also
important that these two players are in fairly good shape. Now that their
are only two of them up there they have to pick up some of the slack for
the missing third forward. With the additional, fifth player, in the
midfield the forwards receive a little bit more help then they would from
the 4-4-2 formation but still need to work together to produce.
The 3-5-2 formation is definitely not for everyone. In fact it is not for
the majority. It is good however to be familiar with it. Picking a
formation is simply up to the coaching staff. You want to pick the system
that will best exploit your talents and support your less talented
individuals. Keep an open mind though when picking formations and don’t be
afraid to try something totally new and unorthodox because who knows it
could be the best formation yet.
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