Wales vs England Strategic Analysis: Bellamy's Fresh Style Explained

When comparing the previous manager's last dozen matches in charge with Bellamy's opening 12 as Wales head coach, one clear change is a tactical switch emphasizing possession and dominating games through possession.

Under Robert Page: High-Energy Football

During Page's tenure, The Welsh high-energy approach focused on pressing aggressively without possession, mainly in wide areas, predominantly using a flexible 3-4-3 system to push forward aggressively.

Craig Bellamy's New Direction

Craig Bellamy has so far exclusively used a four-man defense, pushing the team to maintain possession and construct offensive moves with greater patience.

Measurable Changes

The change in approach has resulted in a far higher average ball control, a higher tally of passes and a slight reduction in how often they turn the ball over in attacking areas.

Wales also boast a better xG statistics under Bellamy.

Key Consideration

Will Bellamy's tactics offer Wales a greater chance of overcoming England?

The tactical evolution under Bellamy demonstrates a significant departure from the previous regime.

• Higher possession rates
• Slower, methodical attacks
• Less giveaways in attack
• Better xG numbers