Football Formations Explained: How 4-4-2, 4-3-3, and Modern Systems Really Work

By Daniel Brooks

Football Formations Explained
How 4-4-2, 4-3-3, and Modern Systems Really Work
Would you like to understand football formations the way coaches do?
Not just memorising numbers - but knowing why teams shift shape, dominate space, and adapt tactics in real time.
This book takes you behind the scenes of the most important football formations and shows how they function on the pitch. Whether it's the classic 4-4-2, the controlling 4-3-3, or the modern tactical hybrids, this guide explains them clearly and practically.
Inside this book you will discover:

How popular formations like 4-4-2 and 4-3-3 really work in matchesWhat happens when formations change in attack or defenceHow managers use formations to gain tactical advantagesWhy modern systems are fluid - and how to read themReal insights that help you watch and analyse games smarter .
Perfect for: Football fans who want deeper tactical insight Aspiring coaches and players Anyone who watches UK, Premier League and international footballReaders who want to think like a coachWith simple explanations and match-ready tactics, this book will help you read formations with confidence and see the beautiful game in a whole new way.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GJM624C7
• ISBN13: 9798245376714
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"