The 'point-up' triangle brings the best out of Rice and Bellingham - although one starting spot is still up for grabs
It was the word of the week for Gareth Southgate. “The boys are consistently producing on memorable nights — exciting performances,” he said before . And when asked what had changed since lost the Euro 2020 final to the same opponents, he replied: “Experience of winning big matches, consistent performances.” Advertisement Consistent performances often result from consistent tactics and formations. In the Euros final, Southgate switched from his 4-3-3 to a 3-4-3.
Beyond this midfield structure better suiting Southgate’s desire for control and defensive possession, it clearly gets the best out of Bellingham, which in turn helps get the best out of Kane. , that “the power in his play gives us something in tight situations and he can wriggle out of things.” Advertisement If Kane’s tendency to drop deep as a No 9 makes him and nine-and-a-half, the same is applicable to Bellingham as a No 10 who can offer so much beyond the ball.
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