Formation consists of four positions: two center-backs, right-back, left-back, and two wide midfielders. Central midfield partnership includes one defensive midfielder and one attacking midfielder. Two strikers form a strike partnership for pressing and out-ball
Goalkeepers evolved from simple parrying to modern libero role. Back-pass rule in 1992 made goalkeeping more complex. Van der Sar, Neuer, and Ter Stegen are notable modern goalkeepers
Author started with Radomiak Radom, winning promotion with counter attacking 4-3-3. System evolved to Aston Villa, achieving record 110 points and 64-goal difference. Focuses on counter attacking football with defensive safety
Goalkeeper guards goal and is only position defined in Laws of the Game. Sweeper is versatile center back who sweeps up when opponent breaches line. Wingbacks combine wingers and are physically demanding defenders. Right and Left Backs defend sides without attacking role. Centre Backs stop strikers and bring ball out from penalty area
Players use positions as initial reference points for positioning. Traditional eleven positions were used in late 19th century. Modern positions include goalkeeper, sweeper, centre backs, midfielders, forwards
Goalkeepers can distribute ball creatively or safely. Distribution options include Roll It Out, Throw It Long, Short Kick, Long Kick. Sweeper Keepers sweep up in front of penalty area