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What is formation in soccer?

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Anonymous

10y ago
Updated: 8/20/2019

Formation is the way players are positioned on the pitch. There are different formations used. For all, the goalkeeper is obviously in the goal, so it is really about how the other 10 players are positioned. Commonly there are 4 defenders in a line, 4 across the middle of the pitch and 2 at the front in attacking positions. This is known as 4 - 4 - 2. Other formations can be used, like 4 - 3 - 3 or 4 - 5 - 1. These are tactical decisions made by the manager.

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10y ago

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