WHY DO THEY USE A BOX IN MIDFIELD? Football Tactics

Mikel Arteta, Guardiola, Thomas Tuchel, and Xavi Hernandez are examples of coaches who use or have used the tactical variation of the box in the midfield.
Generally used during the attacking phase, this variation can bring some tactical advantages, which we explain in this video.
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WHY DO THEY USE A BOX IN THE MIDFIELD? Football Tactics

[@BaBang-]

I want to know why is this better then traditional 343 diamond.

[@petereisenhower8089]

the double pivots help with build up and easier for a successful rest defense

[@timokaaarp7779]

Try putting Bissouma in a box see what happens - he annihilated Arsenal's midfield without much effort

[@petereisenhower8089]

in a box or against a team using a box midfield formation?

[@The9cproduction]

vertical shape is for more direct plays
diagonal shape is for more possession plays❤

[@BaBang-]

Good observation! And with 343 diamond u can do both, it's everything and more

[@BaBang-]

It works better if you "un-mirror" it, meanin the lw become a lwb,

[@petereisenhower8089]

what do you mean by unmirror?

[@BaBang-]

That's my 2 seasons ago formation