2023 Sheep Draft R1 - Edgar Allan Pillow vs. Enigma_87

Who will win the match?


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Michaelf7777777

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Edgar Allan Pillow:



Enigma_87:



Edgar Allan Pillow Tactics:

Inspired by Grande Inter.

Frantisek Planicka, one of the greatest goalkeepers of his generation, and of all time, in 1999, the IFFHS elected him the best Czech goalkeeper – as well as the sixth best in Europe and the ninth best overall – of the twentieth century.

Bixente Lizarazu is a one man flank and will provide offensive width in addition to his usual defensive solidity. Sinisa Mihajlovic is a versatile player who has played both at left back and as CB/Sweeper. A solid left footed player, he has a no fancy defend only role and cover for Lizarazu. Giuseppe Bergomi & Fabio Cannavaro need no introduction. World class players.

Casemiro is the defensive anchor. Not just on his technique and defensive nous, he's good at starting attacks from the back too. Igor Netto will play the B2B role with his trademark incisive runs and ability to play-make from the deep.

Baggio is the trequartista bring the attack together and he is supported by a classical winger in Donadoni and a lightning fast left forward in Sosa. Vieri a solid physical CF able to stretch play, hold opposition CBs, score himself and create for others.

Enigma_87 Tactics:

Formation: 4-3-3
Style:
Team build around Platini, balanced, press in our half, counter attack and move the ball quickly as possible through the lines. Platini pulling the strings and exploiting Gullit/Stoichkov pace on the wings.

Defence:
On goal is Dino Zoff, Italy greatest keeper after Buffon and it's not like there isn't competition for that title. In front of him we have a classic sweeper/stopper combo with Rio playing alongside Godin. Tassotti is in more balanced role whilst Briegel will push up and down the wing complimenting Stoichkov and giving additional option on the flank.

Midfield:
Shielding the defence is on of the best at the job - Desailly who will also mind the opposition best player in Baggio when occupying his zone. Pirri is in B2B role both complimenting Platini and doing most of the dirty work. Platini is in his natural role as main playmaker of the team and linking up midfield and attack, whilst also being a main goalscoring threat to the opposition line.

Attack:
A mouthwatering duo on the flanks in Gullit and Stoichkov will stretch the defence, whilst also being a threat cutting in and finishing chances themselves. Both are also great creativity outlets to each other as Stoichkov crossing would be a very viable route to goal with Spencer and Gullit in the box. Spencer is playing his natural CF role and occupying the opposition CB's.
 

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Think EAP's team is wonderfully constructed, everyone seems to be in the right place. Unfortunately for him, the same goes for Enigma, just with even better individuals. Enigma's tactics of dropping back a little, then attacking with pace should be devastating with that side.

That said, I like EAP's team a little more - especially how Ruben Sosa is placed in that offense, and Liza's prominent role, but really the whole fine-tuned balance in that setup. Harsh to vote against this side, but it's still Enigma for me.
 

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Beast of a team from Enigma with superstars everywhere.

I don't even see that many improvements are needed - maybe some upgrades on fullbacks and maybe a slight upgrade on Pirri? Those will be marginal improvements really. Top top drafting.
 

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Edgar's side is tactically brilliant. I really like the B2B on the side of the attacking full-back as their extra mobility and experience outwide will cover the attacking full back really well.
 

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All the best @Enigma_87 .

Nice team!
Cheers mate. Not much to say about your either. Well constructed and balanced everywhere.

The only thing I’m not particularly fond of is Sinisa at CB. Not that he can’t play there but I prefer him at the left back whilst he can be exposed in the middle.

Apart from that I really like that Sosa pick. Great little player.
 

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Yeesh, hard to come up with a stronger team than Enigma's in the first round of a sheep draft.
Cheers, mate as yours as well, keeping away from sheep certainly helped.



Think EAP's team is wonderfully constructed, everyone seems to be in the right place. Unfortunately for him, the same goes for Enigma, just with even better individuals. Enigma's tactics of dropping back a little, then attacking with pace should be devastating with that side.

That said, I like EAP's team a little more - especially how Ruben Sosa is placed in that offense, and Liza's prominent role, but really the whole fine-tuned balance in that setup. Harsh to vote against this side, but it's still Enigma for me.
Thanks, Synco.

Both sides are imo similarly set up with one more attacking minded full back, classic sweeper/stopper combo and a reserved right back.

A wide forward tucking in Stoichkov / Sosa, a talisman in the middle - Platini / Baggio, and two workhorses behind them to do the heavy lifting with a center forward up top.

IMO as you mentioned our advantage is in individual quality but also as a team through the lines as we have a bit more brilliance, especially in midfield and attack.

it would definitely be a fun and very dynamic game.


Beast of a team from Enigma with superstars everywhere.

I don't even see that many improvements are needed - maybe some upgrades on fullbacks and maybe a slight upgrade on Pirri? Those will be marginal improvements really. Top top drafting.
Thanks, mate - yeah can’t really complain with the drafting phase - some of the last picks were just gravy on top as I’m pretty happy to get Zoff and Stoichkov that late.

in terms of final output I’m really happy with it considering that it’s a team around Platini (who I wanted from the off) and I also have Tardelli on the bench as a proven combo with Platini in midfield but due to injury he couldn’t feature.

Tassotti is maybe the least prominent name on the team sheet but fits the overall tactics and provides a decent counter to Edgar’s more attacking minded left flank. It’s also a proven pair with Gullit (although it was mostly Colombo on the side in Sacchi’s Milan)
 

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The only thing I’m not particularly fond of is Sinisa at CB. Not that he can’t play there but I prefer him at the left back whilst he can be exposed in the middle.
Not a fancy name tbh, but I don't have any concerns on his role here. He's playing a LCBish role and Lizarazu doesn't really need cover even if he plays his usual attacking game. Has nothing to do other than stay solid defensively and Mihajlovic is quite OK for that.

Tassotti is maybe the least prominent name on the team sheet but fits the overall tactics and provides a decent counter to Edgar’s more attacking minded left flank. It’s also a proven pair with Gullit (although it was mostly Colombo on the side in Sacchi’s Milan)
I rate Tassotti. Solid defender, someone similar to Ashley Cole (but a tier lower) stylistically on the right.

I think a balanced flat back 4 would be better than your current set up. Briegel has made some high profile errors and someone who can cover form him (esp if he's to attack) might be better than Godin if you plan to continue with the lopsided fullback strategy.
 

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On a general point, do drafter prefer the DM on the side of an attacking full-back or the B2B on that side? The reason I raise it is we have exponents of both approaches here.
 

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On a general point, do drafter prefer the DM on the side of an attacking full-back or the B2B on that side? The reason I raise it is we have exponents of both approaches here.
Technically you don't need a B2B, any CM competent in ball distribution will suffice. Suarez Gazza, Falcao, Scholes....it's all the same.

Netto being left footed, so features on left side. Plus Donadoni like Beckham regularly drifts inside, so having a B2B there would be redundant.
 

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On a general point, do drafter prefer the DM on the side of an attacking full-back or the B2B on that side? The reason I raise it is we have exponents of both approaches here.
For me the DM should sit in front of the back 4 and I think the focus will be more on the opponent's AM or whoever is heading towards the space between the lines. If it's between the fullback and B2B specifically, I'd go with the B2B and concede the flank or let my team's fullback, winger, and maybe even CBs deal with it.

The only time I'd have the DM specifically deal with the opposition FB is when there are others back in a defensive phase, and the opposition is looking to break through on the flanks. The entire team sort of shifts towards the danger zone in that situation to minimize the spaces.
 

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On a general point, do drafter prefer the DM on the side of an attacking full-back or the B2B on that side? The reason I raise it is we have exponents of both approaches here.
To me the DM occupies the central area and is minding the opposition f9, AM, #10 or the attacking B2B if the opposition lacks a designated player in the hole.

the winger / side midfield or the B2B is the one that picks up the full back run or the opposition winger. If he’s beaten then yeah the CB or the DM might be drawn into so that he covers when the defensive line is outnumbered.

this is in the case of 4-3-3 of course. When we’re playing with double pivot then you have the B2B covering on his side or the more defensive one covering the flank.
 

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When we’re playing with double pivot then you have the B2B covering on his side or the more defensive one covering the flank.
Would you have the B2B or the DM in a double pivot on the side of the attacking full back?

The main issue I am thinking of is when the attacking full back is in the left wing position and then there's a turnover and space on the opponents right flank (your left flank), who is best to cover the space - the DM or B2B?
 

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Enigma takes it I think. Very well constructured
 

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Would you have the B2B or the DM in a double pivot on the side of the attacking full back?

The main issue I am thinking of is when the attacking full back is in the left wing position and then there's a turnover and space on the opponents right flank (your left flank), who is best to cover the space - the DM or B2B?
TBH I'm usually going by the who is in the zone and most likely he would cover the turnover - ie. who is closer to the ball.

I think I got your general idea though - pure tactically the B2B should be the one to cover out wide as the central area is much more dangerous to the goal hence the specialist (DM) should be the one to hold position.
 

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TBH I'm usually going by the who is in the zone and most likely he would cover the turnover - ie. who is closer to the ball.

I think I got your general idea though - pure tactically the B2B should be the one to cover out wide as the central area is much more dangerous to the goal hence the specialist (DM) should be the one to hold position.
That makes sense.
 

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Good game, Enigma. Monster team.

Think this is your draft to lose.
Cheers, mate, tough luck, you also have a great team that is tactically well set up. You also have a second chance so I wouldn't be surprised to face off again in this draft.