Nottingham Forest earned their first point under Ange Postecoglou with a 1-1 draw against Burnley. Although the result ended a three-game losing streak, Forest fans are concerned about the team’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly with the full-backs inverting in possession.
Defensive Issues
- Space Left Wide: Forest fans noticed that the team’s full-backs often leave space wide open, allowing opponents to exploit this area and create scoring opportunities.
- Concerns on Social Media: Fans expressed their worries on social media, with some questioning Postecoglou’s defensive setup and others highlighting the need for improvement in defense.
Postecoglou’s Tactical Approach
- Inverting Full-Backs: Postecoglou’s preferred system involves full-backs inverting into midfield positions to overload and dominate possession.
- Challenges in Defense: While this approach can create advantages in possession, it also leaves space wide open that opponents can exploit, as seen in the Burnley match.
Finding a Balance
- Balancing Attack and Defense: Postecoglou will need to find a balance between utilizing his players’ strengths in attack and maintaining defensive solidity.
- Adjustments Needed: The team may need to make adjustments to their defensive setup to prevent opponents from exploiting the wide areas and to ensure the team’s defensive stability [6].
