Wales vs England Strategic Breakdown: Craig Bellamy's Fresh Approach Explained

By comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches in charge with Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, a noticeable shift is a tactical switch to focus more on ball control and dominating games with the ball.

Under Robert Page: Aggressive Football

With Page in charge, Wales' aggressive tactics was based on pressing aggressively without possession, particularly in the wings, predominantly using a adaptable 3-4-3 setup to attack directly.

Bellamy's New Direction

Bellamy has only utilized a four-man defense, encouraging his players to hold the ball and construct offensive moves with greater patience.

Statistical Shifts

The change in approach has resulted in a far higher average amount of possession, a more completed passes and a small decrease in how regularly they give the ball away high up the pitch.

Additionally, Wales displays a better xG statistics with Bellamy.

The Big Question

Do Bellamy's strategies provide Wales a improved likelihood of overcoming England?

The new approach since the change represents a clear move from the old system.

• More ball control
• Deliberate offensive construction
• Less giveaways in attack
• Improved expected goals