Wales vs England Strategic Breakdown: Craig Bellamy's Fresh Approach Explained

When comparing Robert Page’s last dozen matches in charge to Craig Bellamy's first 12 games leading Wales, a noticeable shift is a strategic change emphasizing possession and dominating games through possession.

The Page Era: Aggressive Football

Under Page, Wales' aggressive tactics centered around pressing intensely without possession, particularly in the wings, predominantly using a adaptable 3-4-3 setup for direct attacks.

Bellamy's Different Style

The new coach has consistently employed a four-man defense, pushing the team to hold the ball and construct offensive moves more methodically.

Statistical Changes

The new strategy has resulted in a far higher average amount of possession, a more completed passes and a modest drop in how frequently they lose possession high up the pitch.

Wales also boast a better xG statistics under Bellamy.

Key Consideration

Can Bellamy's approach give Wales a greater chance of defeating England?

The strategic changes under Bellamy represents a clear move from Page's methods.

• Increased possession
• Slower, methodical attacks
• Reduced high turnovers
• Better xG numbers