06-28-2006, 07:13 AM
Hi,
On the other hand, if we are too nervous and play too defensively, and Riquelme has a bad day, this match can become a great disappointment.
Speaking about playing too defensively, why is it that most teams play that way in the world cup? I really hate it when a team falls back very far into its own half, waiting to make quick counter-attacks only. If both teams of a match play that way, it gets really boring. Furthermore, I don't get it why teams that play offensive soccer successfully decide to switch to a defensive tactic! Take Spain vs. France as an example: Spain had played its first three matches aggressively, and won all of them. Many people said they would have the potential to reach the final. Yesterday, they switched to cautious and defensive play, and - lost. Sure, France has a very good defense, but if you put enough pressure on the other team, goals will be scored sooner or later if you only try often enough!
Why France played only with one forward, Henry, even though they have with Trezeguet a second world-class forward at their disposal, is beyond me. If you have such a good defense as France has, you can afford to play more offensively! Both team's tactics combined resulted in a game on a high tactical level, but somewhat boring to watch. And I really think Spain could have won if they had stayed true to their aggressive spirit.
Here's hoping our team will continue to play how they can play best: Offensively. It's not only good to watch (which of course isn't the main goal of a team), but it seems to be very effective as well.
-Kylearan
Quote:For best match, I am looking forward to Argentina Germany.Indeed! I hope we will be able to play like we did against Sweden, and I also hope Riquelme will have a good day. Then it might become a true classic!
On the other hand, if we are too nervous and play too defensively, and Riquelme has a bad day, this match can become a great disappointment.
Speaking about playing too defensively, why is it that most teams play that way in the world cup? I really hate it when a team falls back very far into its own half, waiting to make quick counter-attacks only. If both teams of a match play that way, it gets really boring. Furthermore, I don't get it why teams that play offensive soccer successfully decide to switch to a defensive tactic! Take Spain vs. France as an example: Spain had played its first three matches aggressively, and won all of them. Many people said they would have the potential to reach the final. Yesterday, they switched to cautious and defensive play, and - lost. Sure, France has a very good defense, but if you put enough pressure on the other team, goals will be scored sooner or later if you only try often enough!
Why France played only with one forward, Henry, even though they have with Trezeguet a second world-class forward at their disposal, is beyond me. If you have such a good defense as France has, you can afford to play more offensively! Both team's tactics combined resulted in a game on a high tactical level, but somewhat boring to watch. And I really think Spain could have won if they had stayed true to their aggressive spirit.
Here's hoping our team will continue to play how they can play best: Offensively. It's not only good to watch (which of course isn't the main goal of a team), but it seems to be very effective as well.
-Kylearan
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