sports dictionary Football - SCHEME 2 3 5

Football SCHEME 2 3 5 a five-striker scheme that first appeared in the late 19th century. This tactic involves two centerbacks and three midfielders. The extreme haves would go down to help the two central defenders during the opponents attack, while the central midfielder would play closer to the attackers. Middle forwards often dropped to midfielders, opening up areas for wingers (extreme attackers). Often, the central midfielder became the teams top scorer. Players in this role were constantly connected to attacks and delivered finishing blows. The 2 3 5 scheme was very popular at the beginning of the 20th century, but after the 30s, such a construction of players practically ceased to be used.