Gunnerblog From Beyond: If it ain’t broke…
46 comments October 27th, 2006
More Gunnerblog From Beyond. Or actually, it’s Gunnerblog From Somewhere Near Coventry. But that isn’t as catchy. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, check yesterday’s post.
So, with Everton on Saturday, doing well themselves, the question must be asked: 4-4-2 or 4-5-1?
Some may call it 4-1-4-1, others 4-1-5, some just 5-5, but for now, let’s keep it simple with 4-5-1. Both have their obvious merits. In recent seasons, Wenger has favoured a 4-4-2 at home, leaving the 4-5-1 to retain possession in tricky away games and big European ties. But could it be time to retain a system that has beaten the likes of Real Madrid, Juventus, and Manchester United in recent months?
I have to say, after the dazzling display at Reading, I can see no argument for change. If the four runners from midfield support Henry as well as they did last weekend, Everton will be doomed.
What do you reckon? Does playing at home mean we should radically alter our tactical approach? Or should we persist with a formation that has us playing some of the most attractive football in Europe?
Ps. Wouldn’t it be spooky if I’d died, and so this became Gunnerblog From Beyond The Grave. Still, here’s hoping I haven’t. Touch wood. You’ll all find out tomorrow night, which is when I hope to post a write-up of the Everton game. Till then.
