Isotope:
Enigma_87:
Isotope Tactics:
Two exciting additions to the team, Di Stefano and Ruggeri, ae able to change the outlook of the team.
A big change involves getting "Blond Arrow" Alfredo Di Stefano and Ferenc Puskas to be back, proven partners with an impressive 363 goals over 6 seasons together with Madrid.
Another exciting change is Cristiano Ronaldo taking on his 2007-2009’s role as Manchester United's Portuguese winger. He plays on the right-wing, acting as both provider and goalscorer, swapping positions with the equally potent "Black Panther" Eusebio during the game.
The midfield is anchored by the dynamic duo of Graham Souness and Bastian Schweinsteiger, offering a perfect blend of no-nonsense defense and skill while energizing the midfield to support the attack.
And, wait for it..., both are also good passers who are comfortable playing supporting role in midfield.
The defensive lineup features Frank Rijkaard partnering with Oscar Ruggeri as centerbacks in front of Thomas Ravelli and supported by Giacinto Facchetti and the speedy Kyle Walker on the flanks, providing both speed and control from the back.
Both teams are evenly matched, but the reason I believe my team might win is the abundance of ultimate game-changers in a tight game, contributing to goals. The combination of Di Stefano and Puskas, excelling as both providers and goalscorers, promises to create beautiful plays. In contrast, the partnership of Romario and Stoichkov, though proven over just one season.
Enigma_87 Tactics:
Formation: 4-3-3
Style: Team build around Platini, balanced, press in our half, counter attack and move the ball quickly as possible through the lines. Platini pulling the strings and exploiting Gullit/Stoichkov pace on the wings.
Defence:
On goal is Dino Zoff, Italy greatest keeper after Buffon and it's not like there isn't competition for that title. In front of him we have a classic sweeper/stopper combo with Scirea playing alongside Godin. Bergomi will be more of a balanced full back who can also provide vital cover in the defensive end with his physical frame considering the opposition will field a two/three striker system. On the left we have our new addition - Nilton Santos. Another playmaker type at full back he also provides solid defensive presence and solidity against most likely Eusebio on that flank. He also offers support going forward and doubling down on the opposition weakest spot - Walker. Scirea and Zoff come in a proven combo with what is probably an upgrade on the original Juve defence that set the world alight in the late 70's, early 80's. Bergomi comes in as the balanced tucked in RB, helping Scirea perform his natural role of a leader at the back. Scirea and Bergomi also formed a formidable partnership with Bergomi for the national team whilst Godin is the rugged stopper type which compliments Scirea natural elegance on the ball.
Midfield:
Shielding the defence is on of the best at the job - Desailly who will also is a very good physical presence and the right man for the job when it comes to facing most likely Di Stefano in the hole. We have upgraded the midfield by moving Breitner in a natural B2B role, where his playmaking ability, ball carrying and of course general presence would form a sturdy unit alongside Desailly and Platini. The midfield remains the same with Desailly also providing a pivotal defensive role protecting the back 4. Something very few in history can better.
Attack:
A mouthwatering duo on the flanks in Gullit and Stoichkov will stretch the defence, whilst also being a threat cutting in and finishing chances themselves. Both are also great creativity outlets to each other as Stoichkov crossing would be a very viable route to goal with Spencer and Gullit in the box. We have another upgrade in the striker department - Romario comes in for Suarez. He is one of the greatest players when it comes in positioning and scoring inside the box, but also his movement and dribbling can bamboozle the opposition defenders, whilst his movement to capitalizes off Platini passing ability whilst also drawing defenders off their natural position allowing Stoichkov and Gullit to storm in the box.
Upgrades:
We have not only two, but considering Breitner's new role - three upgrades in our team:
Nilton Santos - The "Encyclopedia of football" - his credentials are hardly topped - 2 WC winner, most consider him as one of the greatest left backs in his position. Ability to also slot in LCB role, very sound defensively and naturally two footed:
Paul Breitner - In a more influential role where he is a true midfield general in both phases. Fantastic vision and passing, ability to carry the ball and put a strong foot in the defensive phase. A great performance against Brazil side:
almost capped it with a goal but missed a peno(twice actually).
Romario - you can hardly top Spencer and Luis Suarez but Romario was just something else:
he's in the GOAT category when it comes to the striker position and in very elite company. You can hardly top his dribbling, finishing, movement, eye for a goal - all in one package.
Advantages:
I think a clear route to goal is Stoichkov against Walker. Stoichkov is one of the most prominent left wingers/forwards in history, Ballon D'or winner and at this stage I think Walker is a bit out of place. Walker has the pace and acceleration but being part of a start studded City team his defensive contribution has often been put to question and had some high profile errors throughout his career.
stat from 2013
Report in 2016
Pep on his versatility and ability to defend inside:
Stoichkov is a rare combination of a winger /wide forward that can work his socks off, has a fantastic crossing, can score a load of goals and his will to win is unmatched.
Chemistry:
Apart from already proven core: Scirea, Zoff, Bergomi, Platini we also added a historically great duo in Romario and Stoichkov. Both had fantastic understanding between each other and scored loads in Romario short stint at Barca.
Whilst the opposition have some great names on the team sheet their chemistry is something that can be questioned. Di Stefano and Cristiano are individualistic players and whilst in previous game Puskas was tried in some sort of F9 here he has to play in his older striker self which is really not ideal for Cristiano. On top of that the right side has Eusebio who is mostly an inside forward/second striker than a true wide forward and Kyle Walker who also has abundance of defensive tasks to cope with as a only true outlet on the right.
On top of that all four of the opposition attack are mainly ball carriers.
Enigma_87:
Isotope Tactics:
Two exciting additions to the team, Di Stefano and Ruggeri, ae able to change the outlook of the team.
A big change involves getting "Blond Arrow" Alfredo Di Stefano and Ferenc Puskas to be back, proven partners with an impressive 363 goals over 6 seasons together with Madrid.
Another exciting change is Cristiano Ronaldo taking on his 2007-2009’s role as Manchester United's Portuguese winger. He plays on the right-wing, acting as both provider and goalscorer, swapping positions with the equally potent "Black Panther" Eusebio during the game.
The midfield is anchored by the dynamic duo of Graham Souness and Bastian Schweinsteiger, offering a perfect blend of no-nonsense defense and skill while energizing the midfield to support the attack.
And, wait for it..., both are also good passers who are comfortable playing supporting role in midfield.
The defensive lineup features Frank Rijkaard partnering with Oscar Ruggeri as centerbacks in front of Thomas Ravelli and supported by Giacinto Facchetti and the speedy Kyle Walker on the flanks, providing both speed and control from the back.
Both teams are evenly matched, but the reason I believe my team might win is the abundance of ultimate game-changers in a tight game, contributing to goals. The combination of Di Stefano and Puskas, excelling as both providers and goalscorers, promises to create beautiful plays. In contrast, the partnership of Romario and Stoichkov, though proven over just one season.
Enigma_87 Tactics:
Formation: 4-3-3
Style: Team build around Platini, balanced, press in our half, counter attack and move the ball quickly as possible through the lines. Platini pulling the strings and exploiting Gullit/Stoichkov pace on the wings.
Defence:
On goal is Dino Zoff, Italy greatest keeper after Buffon and it's not like there isn't competition for that title. In front of him we have a classic sweeper/stopper combo with Scirea playing alongside Godin. Bergomi will be more of a balanced full back who can also provide vital cover in the defensive end with his physical frame considering the opposition will field a two/three striker system. On the left we have our new addition - Nilton Santos. Another playmaker type at full back he also provides solid defensive presence and solidity against most likely Eusebio on that flank. He also offers support going forward and doubling down on the opposition weakest spot - Walker. Scirea and Zoff come in a proven combo with what is probably an upgrade on the original Juve defence that set the world alight in the late 70's, early 80's. Bergomi comes in as the balanced tucked in RB, helping Scirea perform his natural role of a leader at the back. Scirea and Bergomi also formed a formidable partnership with Bergomi for the national team whilst Godin is the rugged stopper type which compliments Scirea natural elegance on the ball.
Midfield:
Shielding the defence is on of the best at the job - Desailly who will also is a very good physical presence and the right man for the job when it comes to facing most likely Di Stefano in the hole. We have upgraded the midfield by moving Breitner in a natural B2B role, where his playmaking ability, ball carrying and of course general presence would form a sturdy unit alongside Desailly and Platini. The midfield remains the same with Desailly also providing a pivotal defensive role protecting the back 4. Something very few in history can better.
Attack:
A mouthwatering duo on the flanks in Gullit and Stoichkov will stretch the defence, whilst also being a threat cutting in and finishing chances themselves. Both are also great creativity outlets to each other as Stoichkov crossing would be a very viable route to goal with Spencer and Gullit in the box. We have another upgrade in the striker department - Romario comes in for Suarez. He is one of the greatest players when it comes in positioning and scoring inside the box, but also his movement and dribbling can bamboozle the opposition defenders, whilst his movement to capitalizes off Platini passing ability whilst also drawing defenders off their natural position allowing Stoichkov and Gullit to storm in the box.
Upgrades:
We have not only two, but considering Breitner's new role - three upgrades in our team:
Nilton Santos - The "Encyclopedia of football" - his credentials are hardly topped - 2 WC winner, most consider him as one of the greatest left backs in his position. Ability to also slot in LCB role, very sound defensively and naturally two footed:
Paul Breitner - In a more influential role where he is a true midfield general in both phases. Fantastic vision and passing, ability to carry the ball and put a strong foot in the defensive phase. A great performance against Brazil side:
almost capped it with a goal but missed a peno(twice actually).
Romario - you can hardly top Spencer and Luis Suarez but Romario was just something else:
he's in the GOAT category when it comes to the striker position and in very elite company. You can hardly top his dribbling, finishing, movement, eye for a goal - all in one package.
Advantages:
I think a clear route to goal is Stoichkov against Walker. Stoichkov is one of the most prominent left wingers/forwards in history, Ballon D'or winner and at this stage I think Walker is a bit out of place. Walker has the pace and acceleration but being part of a start studded City team his defensive contribution has often been put to question and had some high profile errors throughout his career.
stat from 2013
Report in 2016
Pep on his versatility and ability to defend inside:
Stoichkov is a rare combination of a winger /wide forward that can work his socks off, has a fantastic crossing, can score a load of goals and his will to win is unmatched.
Chemistry:
Apart from already proven core: Scirea, Zoff, Bergomi, Platini we also added a historically great duo in Romario and Stoichkov. Both had fantastic understanding between each other and scored loads in Romario short stint at Barca.
Whilst the opposition have some great names on the team sheet their chemistry is something that can be questioned. Di Stefano and Cristiano are individualistic players and whilst in previous game Puskas was tried in some sort of F9 here he has to play in his older striker self which is really not ideal for Cristiano. On top of that the right side has Eusebio who is mostly an inside forward/second striker than a true wide forward and Kyle Walker who also has abundance of defensive tasks to cope with as a only true outlet on the right.
On top of that all four of the opposition attack are mainly ball carriers.