One man's analysis of our 3-5-2 tactics

Can't really go off one game, better to cast judgement after 5.

Just the latest team trying to copy the champions

Can't stand that formation, we've looked so tedious and laboured with it especially when LVG first took over. If you don't have the players for it then it makes you tear your hair out.

Good distribution from all three is key.

The outside two also should be mobile enough to get across - they will often have to act as FB.

The line up you had on Sunday did not look particularly robust to me. A lot of pressure on the shoulders of Fernandinho to fill holes against better sides.

It will be interesting to see how we fare against you. Rose v Walker should be lively!

'Rose v Walker should be lively!'
Absolutely, especially with the grievances that have been aired. Expect some cards to be flourished.

Thats if Rose still plays for you that is, wouldn't surprise me if he goes.

comment by Boris 'Inky' Gibson (U5901)
posted 17 hours, 11 minutes ago
Can't really go off one game, better to cast judgement after 5.
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Tbf, I think we will only use this formation for big games. There's talk that Pep used it against Brighton as a shakedown.
We will probably revert to type against lesser opponents like West Ham and the rags.