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Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame
Nah. While technically the position he would play is LCB on a coaches' game sheet, he would be playing more as a wing-back, which has a heavier emphasis on attack and one of the successful components of a 3-4-3 to function effectively. Davies is a capable wing-back, and can play both winger and fullback. Combined with his speed and strength on controlling the ball and pressing, Davies has the qualities to provide width on the backend, much like Dani Alves or Roberto Carlos had.
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Ok right originally, but left it is. It's where he plays on Bayern, to allow that late step inside, banger.. vs run to the flag and bang a cross, or step-over.
But the 3-4-3 formation, does not promote those centre backs to make those overlaps. You're asking them to provide a third of the defending, while advancing in attack. It's not feasible, you're asking for 20+ km of running. I appreciate the want for Total Football, but if the other 9 outfield positions follow the 3-4-3, formation you're leaving your other two defenders grossly exposed on counters, and early dispossessions.
Alves and Carlos, would've never attacked from a 3 in the back back-line. Instead a flat 4, or 3 CBs with advanced 2 WB's (where they were widest). I'm honestly not sure if Madrid & Barcelona, even used 3 in the back back then. Usually, 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1