5-3-2

This formation has three central defenders (possibly with one acting as a sweeper.) This system is heavily reliant on the wing-backs providing width for the team. The two wide full-backs act as wing-backs. It is their job to work their flank along the full length of the pitch, supporting both the defense and the attack.

Teams that used this formation

* Germany adopted this formation between 1990 and 1994, winning the 1990 World Cup

 

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