9v9 3-2-3 lineup sheet

The 9v9 3-2-3 formation

The 3-2-3 puts three defenders behind two central midfielders and three forwards. It gives nine-a-side teams width at both ends of the pitch and relies on the midfield pair to link them.

Strengths

• Width in defence and in attack
• Three forwards pin the opposing defenders back
• A good introduction to wingers and a centre forward

Weaknesses

• Only two midfielders, who can be bypassed or outnumbered
• A big gap can open between defence and attack

Best for

Teams with two strong, hard-running central midfielders.

Coaching tip

Ask the wingers to drop into midfield when defending, turning the shape into a 3-4-1.

Positions in a 9v9 3-2-3

The lineup sheet has a box for each of these 9 positions in every quarter: Goalkeeper, Left Back, Center Back, Right Back, Left Mid, Right Mid, Left Wing, Striker, Right Wing.

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