Gio:
Enigma_87:
Gio Tactics:
As much of a theme as you can ever hope for in a Sheep Draft, there is a South American vibe in play here, with each of the central partnerships evoking the best of the continent.
The defence has been strengthened. Backed up by GOAT goalkeeper Lev Yashin, in comes Daniel Passarella partnered to his right by the pacey Hector Chumpitaz who complements him well. And to his left is Nilton Santos who has plenty of quality on the ball in keeping with the overall approach and also can tuck into a more central role as he did in the back 3 systems earlier in his career. Elsewhere Eric Gerets is the all-round right-back offering defensive solidity (can also tuck in to form a 3), plus a box-to-box game to overlap Robben ahead.
Linking defence and attack is Fernando Redondo and Obdulio Varela. Arguably that is as strong and complementary a partnership as could be sourced from South America, where Varela grit and leadership, while Redondo takes responsibility for transitioning the ball into attacking zones. Varela could operate as a strong and physical box-to-box midfielder, springing forward to score from distance - twice alone in the World Cup against top opposition. But he was most renowned for his anchoring role, controlling the tempo and influencing team-mates and opposition alike. An outlet on his and Redondo's left is Dragan Dzajic who will start wide and use his mesmerising dribbiling to service Pele in the box. On the right is Arjen Robben, a clear goal threat in his own right, particularly bouncing off Pele, but also a creative presence who, like Dzajic, can stretch the play. Rivaldo is back from injury and takes up his customary no10 role. He can work, he can create and he can win matches on his own. Ideally replicating the devastating Rivaldo/Ronaldo dynamic, Pele is the centrepoint of the attack with the freedom to roam across the line and drop into the 10 space. Collectively a lot of pace and trickery in the attack which should present a range of routes to goal.
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 striker system. On the left we have Breitner who will be in his left back, young incarnation. A true playmaker from the flank he is also renown with his powerful strike which provides us with an extra goalscoring option as well as the ability to both shore the midfield, help with the build up but also be a presence on the flank and double up on the opposition right flank. 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 mind the opposition best player in Baggio when occupying his zone. Tardelli forms a known partnership with Platini and doing most of the dirty work. Platini is in his natural role as main playmaker of the team and linking up midfield and attack, whilst also being a main goalscoring threat to the opposition line. The mechanics in midfield aren't any different but it's rather proven combo and personality change. 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. Luis Suarez comes in for Spencer. His dogged style will provide us with the first line of defence, terrorizing the opposition defenders and forcing them into errors, whilst also having the eye for the goal and movement to capitalize off Platini passing ability whilst also drawing defenders off their natural position allowing Stoichkov and Gullit to storm in the box.
Upgrades:
Luis Suarez is a common name in the last 20 years and one of the finest strikers ever played. He's a cnut of the highest order but his will to win is unmatched. Only two players in history had better G+A in a single season (Messi and Cristiano). His peak was really outstanding:
4. Luis Suarez (Barcelona) – 83 goals and assists (2015-16)
Gaetano Scirea
A fantastic leader at the back he boosts our defence and takes his honorable place as the leader of the heart of the defence:
Enigma_87:
Gio Tactics:
As much of a theme as you can ever hope for in a Sheep Draft, there is a South American vibe in play here, with each of the central partnerships evoking the best of the continent.
The defence has been strengthened. Backed up by GOAT goalkeeper Lev Yashin, in comes Daniel Passarella partnered to his right by the pacey Hector Chumpitaz who complements him well. And to his left is Nilton Santos who has plenty of quality on the ball in keeping with the overall approach and also can tuck into a more central role as he did in the back 3 systems earlier in his career. Elsewhere Eric Gerets is the all-round right-back offering defensive solidity (can also tuck in to form a 3), plus a box-to-box game to overlap Robben ahead.
Linking defence and attack is Fernando Redondo and Obdulio Varela. Arguably that is as strong and complementary a partnership as could be sourced from South America, where Varela grit and leadership, while Redondo takes responsibility for transitioning the ball into attacking zones. Varela could operate as a strong and physical box-to-box midfielder, springing forward to score from distance - twice alone in the World Cup against top opposition. But he was most renowned for his anchoring role, controlling the tempo and influencing team-mates and opposition alike. An outlet on his and Redondo's left is Dragan Dzajic who will start wide and use his mesmerising dribbiling to service Pele in the box. On the right is Arjen Robben, a clear goal threat in his own right, particularly bouncing off Pele, but also a creative presence who, like Dzajic, can stretch the play. Rivaldo is back from injury and takes up his customary no10 role. He can work, he can create and he can win matches on his own. Ideally replicating the devastating Rivaldo/Ronaldo dynamic, Pele is the centrepoint of the attack with the freedom to roam across the line and drop into the 10 space. Collectively a lot of pace and trickery in the attack which should present a range of routes to goal.
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 striker system. On the left we have Breitner who will be in his left back, young incarnation. A true playmaker from the flank he is also renown with his powerful strike which provides us with an extra goalscoring option as well as the ability to both shore the midfield, help with the build up but also be a presence on the flank and double up on the opposition right flank. 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 mind the opposition best player in Baggio when occupying his zone. Tardelli forms a known partnership with Platini and doing most of the dirty work. Platini is in his natural role as main playmaker of the team and linking up midfield and attack, whilst also being a main goalscoring threat to the opposition line. The mechanics in midfield aren't any different but it's rather proven combo and personality change. 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. Luis Suarez comes in for Spencer. His dogged style will provide us with the first line of defence, terrorizing the opposition defenders and forcing them into errors, whilst also having the eye for the goal and movement to capitalize off Platini passing ability whilst also drawing defenders off their natural position allowing Stoichkov and Gullit to storm in the box.
Upgrades:
Luis Suarez is a common name in the last 20 years and one of the finest strikers ever played. He's a cnut of the highest order but his will to win is unmatched. Only two players in history had better G+A in a single season (Messi and Cristiano). His peak was really outstanding:
4. Luis Suarez (Barcelona) – 83 goals and assists (2015-16)
Gaetano Scirea
A fantastic leader at the back he boosts our defence and takes his honorable place as the leader of the heart of the defence:
- 7 domestic titles
- 1 Champions League title (European Cup)
- 1 World Cup
