Tifo Football Podcast
The Tactics of Barcelona
Nov 26, 2023
The podcast discusses the evolution of tactics at Barcelona under Xavi, examining the influence of the Pep Guardiola era and the benefits of the box midfield. They also explore how the playing squad has affected Xavi's tactical decisions and speculate on the future of Barcelona under his coaching. Other topics include the positioning and shape of Barcelona's team, the impact of the box midfield formation, challenges in breaking down low blocks, and a discussion on the future and guest's YouTube channel.
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- Barcelona under Xavi introduced a box midfield shape to gain more control and numerical advantages against 5-at-the-back systems.
- Busquets excelled as a pivot player, combining positional discipline and ball-winning abilities, adding an extra dimension to Barcelona's midfield.
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