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The reasons for Chelsea’s formation shift not just a question of tactics
TL;DR
Chelsea has shifted to a back three formation for their game at Anfield, but this change is not solely tactical. The team is lacking attacking options, influencing the decision.
Key points
- Chelsea switched to a back three formation
- The decision is influenced by a lack of attacking options
- Calum McFarlane is the coach making the change
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Calum McFarlane
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The reasons for Chelsea’s formation shift not just a question of tactics
Calum McFarlane has switched his team to a back three for today’s game – but it’s not necessarily a tactical decision.
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Chelsea’s team for today’s game at Anfield is totally shorn of attacking options.
Estevao, Pedro Neto, Jamie Gittens and Alejandro Garnacho are our full complement of left wingers, and all of them are hurt.
This has prompted a formation change from Calum McFarlane, who has taken the change to bring Levi Colwill in for his first start of the season after the central defender recovered from injury.
Colwill plays in back three
The defender gets more protection as part of a back three. The width in the team will come from the wing backs, rather than the wingers.
The attacking line has Cole Palmer and Enzo Fernandez supporting the striker.
Q&A
Why did Chelsea change to a back three formation?
Chelsea switched to a back three formation due to a lack of attacking options, not just for tactical reasons.
What impact does Chelsea's formation shift have on their gameplay?
The formation shift may affect Chelsea's attacking capabilities and overall strategy during the game.
Who is the coach responsible for Chelsea's formation change?
Calum McFarlane is the coach who has implemented the formation change for Chelsea.