Attack or defend with purpose.
Style: Defining Match Personality
Style determines the overall mental approach of the team. It influences how players interpret all other instructions.
Style Options Explained
| Style | Description | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| Park the Bus | Ultra-defensive | Protecting leads vs strong teams |
| Defensive | Cautious | Counter Attack, underdogs |
| Balanced | Neutral | Standard matches |
| Attacking | Offensive focus | High tempo strategies |
| All Out Attack | Maximum aggression | Desperate situations |
Park the Bus
- Behaviour: Extreme compactness; minimal attacking involvement
- Best Used When: Defending a narrow lead; facing elite opposition
- Limitation: Less attacking threat
Defensive
- Behaviour: Conservative positioning; focus on structure
- Best Used When: Playing Counter Attack; using defensive formations
Balanced
- Behaviour: Neutral interpretation of tactics
- Best Used When: Equal teams; flexible match plans
Attacking
- Behaviour: Prioritizes chance creation; higher risk tolerance
- Best Used When: attacking formations; strong teams
All Out Attack
- Behaviour: Maximum forward commitment; defensive shape sacrificed
- Use Only When: Chasing goals; late-game situations