Fullback Drops Into Back Three — Winger Holds High

Use two centre-backs, two fullbacks, a pivot and wide players against a first press. On the chosen side, the fullback drops level with the centre-backs to form a back three. The winger stays high and wide, while the pivot adjusts to remain connected centrally.

Dropping fullback should create a clear passing angle | Winger must not also drop into the same space | Pivot stays available inside | Opposite fullback can hold a higher support position | Return to normal shape when progression is secured

• Add a front-three press that can lock one side and force the rotation to switch.

• Use passive opposition and rehearse the timing from a goalkeeper restart.