Finland team analysis
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
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Under the stewardship of coach Juha Malinen, the spirited home side put into practice a brave playing philosophy which didn't quite get its reward.
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Key features – Finland
• 1-4-4-2 with energetic forward defending, mix of build-up and counters
• Central midfielders Mohamed, Oksanen supporting attack, pre-empting counters
• Good transitions to compact, well-organised defending by whole team
• Possession won in good areas; strong 1 v 1 defensive skills
• Shadow striker Ylätupa the attacking catalyst; strong solo skills, through passes
• Good use of flanks, notably by Stavitski; support from overlapping full-backs
• Strong team and work ethics; spirited implementation of brave philosophy
Head coach: Juha Malinen (16/07/1958)