Both teams arrived at this match with great expectations. For Italy, having not qualified for 12 years for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, this match was of great significance. After topping their group, there was a lot of pressure on Le Azzure to go even further. On the other hand, China looked for a chance to regain their former glory. Having come third in their group, China wanted redemption and this match gave them an opportunity to do that. In this tactical analysis, we will show you an analysis of the tactics that made one team win and the other one lose.
Teamsheet
Jia Xiuquan made no changes to the team personnel and formation that had drawn 0-0 against Spain. On the other hand, Milena Bertolini made one change to the team that lost 1-0 to Brazil. Aurora Galli was replaced by Valentina Bergamaschi. Additionally, Bertolini switched Italy’s formation from a 4-3-1-2 to a 4-2-3-1.
Italy’s intricacies in buildup cripple China
While on paper, China lined up in a 4-4-2, they were actually liable to switch their possession in various parts of the game.
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