A lot of discussions have gone on around the different formations available to Bilic, especially now with Masuaku out. We need to address the fundamental mistakes we’ve been making in recent games, but that aside, we also need to make the most of the players available to us.
With that in mind, I thought I’d post my thoughts on a fairly unorthodox formation available to Bilic.
My thoughts are:
Feghouli has great defensive pedigree and pace to cover the flank
Oxford/Obiang would be able to hold centrally in front of the back three in order to cover the advancing fullbacks on either wing
Noble will provide cover for any defensive slips by Feghouli
Antonio can utilise his pace and power without being confined to closed spaces, relying on his close control
Payet will not be required to cover a flank and will find space between the lines
Lanzini’s energy will be utilised, along with his passing and ability to hold the ball, from a central positon
If needed the DM could drop to form a back four with Ogbonna covering left back with Feghouli pressing forward – covering ourselves defensively
The team will have broader attacking and defensive units and this should help us maintain solidarity, leaving our most creative players to unlock the game
Food for thought, or just madness?
COYI