Erik Ten Hag Tactics At Ajax & Philosophy 2019/2020 – Tactical Analysis

Ajax Amsterdam were capable of reaching the Champions League semi-finals with a relatively young side under Erik ten Hag.

The Dutch coach could mold the young Ajax team into a competitive Champions League side.

Therefore, Erik ten Hag utilised several tactical concepts that lent Ajax their dominant style of play.

This tactical analysis outlines Erik ten Hags tactical adjustments employed at Ajax Amsterdam and explains the clubs secret to success.

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Erik ten Hag Formation At Ajax

Under Erik ten Hag tactics, Ajax set up in a 4-3-3 system.

But instead of playing with a single pivot, Ajax deploys a double pivot and one central offensive midfielder in front of that.

Their strongest lineup includes Frenkie de Jong and Lasse Schöne in defensive midfield and Donny van de Beek in the playmaker position.

Their front three consists of striker Dušan Tadić, wingers David Neres, and Hakim Ziyech.

Wide forwards Neres and Ziyech, both left-footed, like to tuck inside to attack down the half-spaces.

Therefor