The system or not the system, that is the question
By now, everyone who knows what football is has heard about the term SYSTEM. The new media and fan favourite word, replacing “philosophy” as the new buzzword in the sport. Coincidentally (or not), the rapid rise of SYSTEM thinkers in football coincides with the appointment of Ruben Amorim as the manager of Manchester United. The infamous 3-4-3. Can it work in the Premier League? But Tuchel did it with Chelsea and is successful. How can Crystal Palace still be unbeaten coming off a win against the champions? Can Bruno be more effective up the pitch? Why is Amorim so stubborn? How can he all of a sudden become so bad at his job after being one of the most promising young coaches in Europe? IS IT THE SYSTEM???? First of all, let's define what a system means in the context of a football match. A system is a set of patterns of play that allow the team to execute on their principles of play (the two terms should not be confused with each other). BUT WHAT IS THE DIFFE...
