8v8 3-2-2 lineup sheet

The 8v8 3-2-2 formation

The 3-2-2 lines eight-a-side players up as three defenders, two midfielders and two strikers. It gives width at the back and a partnership up front, with a compact pair in the middle to join the two.

Strengths

• Secure back three
• Two strikers to occupy the opposing defenders
• Outside defenders can step forward to add width

Weaknesses

• Only two in midfield
• Limited width higher up unless defenders advance

Best for

Teams with two forwards who score goals and defenders who are comfortable carrying the ball.

Coaching tip

Encourage the outside defenders to dribble forward into the space in front of them.

Positions in a 8v8 3-2-2

The lineup sheet has a box for each of these 8 positions in every quarter: Goalkeeper, Left Back, Center Back, Right Back, Left Mid, Right Mid, Left Striker, Right Striker.

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