Inter Milan's Champions League masterclass vs Barcelona — deep 4-2-3-1 block absorbs Barça's possession, Cambiasso reads and intercepts a CB-to-DM pass, triggering an explosive counter through Sneijder centrally, Eto'o wide, and Milito finishing
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Double pivot with three attacking mids and a lone striker
Strengths, weaknesses, key roles, and common variations of the 4-2-3-1.
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Liverpool 2013-14 SAS partnership — Suárez drops deep to drag CB out of position, creating space for Sturridge's run in behind, Sterling supports centrally as the diamond midfield transitions into a devastating 3v2 counter
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