Argentina played in a 1-4-3-3 formation. This was a starting lineup that completely missed the expectations of coach Didier Deschamps and most football fans, as coach Lionel Scaloni had never played in a 1-4-3-3 formation since the group stage. Of course, Lionel Messi often comes down in the middle of the game, but whenever that happens, Alexis MarkAllister advances and maintains the formation.
When in possession of the ball, Enso Fernández comes in between the two centre-backs and puts 3 at the back, then both full-backs go up to the 3-man midfield line, and Messi occasionally comes down to help, forming a 1-3-5-2 formation. did
However, it was often seen that two Mezzalas created space for Enso to deliver the ball to either side or Messi, and then the attack developed. When the ball is delivered to Messi, France naturally tends to the left side where Messi is located.
France conceived a build-up in a 3-2-5 formation, with Kunde narrowing in and forming a three-back during the attack, and Theo Hernandez advancing high. Mainly, Ousmane Dembele pinned Nicolas Tagliafico, Antoine Griezmann took possession of the ball, rallied the Argentine defense, and delivered it to the left, trying to take advantage of the momentary numerical superiority using Kylian Mbappe and Theo.
However, in order to block this approach, coach Scaloni ordered Rodrigo DePaul and Nahuel Molina to actively press Mbappe, and Enso Fernandez mainly pressed Adrien Rabiot instead of Messi, reducing Messi's participation in the defense. He overcame his numerical inferiority by changing positions with Depole and pressuring Theo.
In addition, Julian Alvarez and Messi stuck to Aurelien Chuameni and Adrien Rabiot, respectively, blocking the build-up option in the center, and Mark Allister stuck to Griezmann, making it difficult to switch left and right.
Argentina's first goal showed off Julian Alvarez's quick wit. In order to block Messi on the left side, France's defensive formation was biased to the left side as a whole, and when the ball was developed into the center of the penalty box, right-back Jules Kunde stepped into the box and momentarily gave Di Maria a free situation. Álvarez caught it and spread it with one touch, and Dimaria skillfully beat Ousmane Dembele and even earned a penalty kick.
Di Maria showed enough performance to be considered the best in the game until he was substituted, and he continued to attack the right side of France, scoring 1 point and scoring a penalty, causing coach Deschamps to suffer.
As mentioned above, tactically and, of course, France's defense was biased toward the left side where Messi was located, creating an environment where Di Maria could continue to rush into space. Deschamps had not been able to properly think of a plan to stop him, as Dimaria was not even certain to play in the final due to injuries, and it was even more unexpected that he played as a left winger. Became the joker card that properly hit Deschamps in the back of the head.
In addition, it solved Argentina's chronic problem of 'Messi dependence' and showed the appearance of attacks developing evenly from the left and right sides.
Argentina's second goal scene was a fantastic counterattack that resulted in a goal with only 5 passes. And the center of it was the outfront pass that stabbed Messi's offended. There is no big point in this scene, so pass.
Argentina finished the first half with a two-goal lead, completely shutting out France, and began playing defensively in the 64th minute, replacing Di Maria and putting in Marcos Acuña.
However, this rather relieved the burden on the right side for France, and France's attack began to revive gradually, and this aspect was further intensified as coach Deschamps put in Kingsley Comang and Eduardo Camavinga to strengthen the side in the 71st minute. Eventually, in the 79th minute, due to Nicolas Otamendi's complacent defense, France got a PK chance.
In any case, Argentina's main problem in the second half came from their right-back. At the start of overtime, Scaloni replaced Molina with Gonzalo Montiel. After adjusting their concentration and entering overtime, Argentina took the initiative again, although not as well as in the first half.
Around the 102nd minute at the end of the first half of extra time, Scaloni removed DePaul and Álvarez and put in Leandro Paredes and Lautaro Martinez. Lautaro, who had been sluggish in this tournament, but I think Lautaro in the final was definitely not bad. But, except for determination.
I think it's most desirable for an attacker to prove it with a goal, but Lautaro was the right card to revitalize the loose forward pressure when Alvarez was tired, and he actively tried to break the line after being put in, and eventually Messi's victory in the 108th minute. It became the springboard for Jaeyeokjeongol.
Away from the game, I can't help but praise manager Lionel Scaloni. Coach Scaloni made a different starting lineup for each game in the tournament, and even within that, he showed thoroughness in preparing detailed tactics according to the opposing team, and this irregular appearance reminded me of Manchester United coach Alex Ferguson. Also, unlike the national team coaches, recent Barcelona coaches, and Mauricio Pochettino coaches, he showed a very good use of Messi. It wasn't often that he came down for the sake of it. He said, "Messi's true value is demonstrated when he is at the forefront," and he kept his tactical stance and continued to seek change within it, winning the World Cup for his country after 36 years.
Through this World Cup, I think Argentina has unearthed three treasures.
First, Julian Álvarez showed a veteran-like appearance at a young age enough to be called the most successful partner Messi found at the end of his national team career, and vomited his spirit by scoring 4 goals in 7 matches in his first major national team competition.
The second is Alexis Markalister. He has been called up to the national team and has been playing for quite some time, but he has rarely shown good performances, so he must have been a player who was not part of Scaloni's World Cup plan. Moreover, there seemed to be no place for him to squeeze in because Giovani Rochelso was firmly guarding Mezzala on the left, where he mainly played.
However, Rochelso was injured in a league match just before the World Cup and got an opportunity by starting against Poland, scoring his debut goal in A match and reviving coach Scaloni's expectations. Afterwards, Argentina's main midfield combination was fixed as Marc Allister - Enso - Depolo, and they started the entire tournament and played a good role in Argentina's championship by showing good performances in every game.
He relieved the burden of Messi's build-up with stable ballkeeping and kill passes in the right place in the midfield to the extent of earning the title of right-footed Messi (actually, the appearance is also similar), and he will become the core to lead Argentina's midfield in the future. I think you can.
Last is Enso Fernandez. Enso, who had strong links with several big clubs even before the World Cup, showed off his true value in the World Cup by making a surprise start against Poland. stitched Enso, who can play not only Volante but also a box-to-box central midfielder, continued to exert an influence on the pitch by changing roles even when coach Scaloni changed tactics mid-game, and was recognized for his contribution to the competition's Young Player Award. was awarded.
Messi brilliantly decorated the only flaw in his career by showing what the 'last dance' was in the World Cup, which could be his last, and became a legend in soccer history who could compete with Pele beyond the legend of his country, Diego Maradona. It doesn't matter who is the better player. I just feel grateful to be able to watch one of the best players in football history with my own two eyes.
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