How Liverpool are shaping up under Iraola
Summary
Andoni Iraola is the new head coach of Liverpool, aiming to continue a fast and exciting style of football for the team. In pre-season games, Liverpool has shown good ball control but also lost games after leading, as Iraola works on tactics that include short passes and quick counter-attacks.Key Facts
- Andoni Iraola signed a two-year contract as Liverpool’s head coach.
- Liverpool won pre-season games against Sunderland and Wrexham but lost to Leeds and Monaco after leading.
- Liverpool held about 60.6% possession in pre-season games, more than under their previous coach.
- Iraola uses short passes and works to encourage fast, vertical counter-attacks.
- Liverpool’s players often change positions during attacks to confuse opponents and create space.
- Iraola was influenced by Marcelo Bielsa, known for dynamic and busy offensive play.
- The team tries to build up play from the goalkeeper and defenders, then attack quickly when opponents press.
- Liverpool is experimenting with playing directly and using long passes early in some situations.
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