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Flexible Possession-Based Counter-Attacking with Pressing Dominance

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	Tester	Team	ME	Win %	PPG	AGF	AGA	GD	PL	W	D	L
	Trần Lê Ngôi	MK Dons	24.0.1+1913165	59%	2.02	1.8	0.8	1	46	27	12	7

The "Fluid Counter Attack 4-2-3-1 DM AM Wide" strategy for Milton Keynes Dons is designed to create a balanced approach to the game, leveraging flexibility in formation to dominate both the center and the flanks. By emphasizing a possession-based style with Shorter Passing, and building from the back with Pass Into Space and Play Out Of Defense, the team can maintain control while still being primed for quick transitions.

The midfield's creativity is unlocked through the 'Be More Expressive' instruction, allowing for unpredictable and incisive play. Forward players benefit from a mix of crossing strategies and the directive to Work Ball Into Box, ensuring varied and thoughtful final-third play.

Defensively, the team adopts a Lower Defensive Line to exploit the defenders' aerial prowess and positioning, paired with a Mid Block Line of Engagement for compactness. Aggressiveness in regaining possession is shown with instructions like Get Stuck In and applying a More Often Trigger Press, enhancing the counter-pressing element after losing the ball. Preventing Short GK Distribution disrupts the opponents' build-up play, capitalizing on the Dons' strengths in the air.

This tactical setup is ideal for a team looking to balance solid defensive play with a dynamic and creative offense, and it perfectly suits a player like Ellis Harrison with the strength and pace to spearhead the attack.

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