Вс. Мар 22nd, 2026

Allegri’s Winning Tactical Shift and Italy’s Pervasive (and Problematic) Reliance on the Three-Man Defense

AC Milan’s significant turnaround against Torino occurred when Massimiliano Allegri adopted a new tactical system. In the Italian league, a considerable, perhaps excessive, number of teams utilize defensive setups featuring three or five players at the back.

This prevalent trend, however, frequently penalizes Italian teams in European competitions, where they often suffer the consequences of an overly ingrained defensive mentality.

By Callum Henshaw

Callum Henshaw, based in Bristol, England, is a sports journalist hooked on Juventus. From match breakdowns to transfer buzz, he delivers sharp, fan-focused takes on the Bianconeri.

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