Advantages and disadvantages Quote by Diego Forlan

In the long term, it would be good to have one formation or one style of play.

— Ralf Rangnick

I mean, firstly for me, the formation is a means to an end, it's a tool. Of course, in my opinion, this formation has…

— Ralf Rangnick

I think it's nice to have a variety of lineups and formations to use against different opponents, depending on what they bring.

— Ali Krieger

I do not prefer a formation because it is only numbers.

— Julian Nagelsmann

Every opposition needs to be played in a different way and the formation depends on the opposition's strengths.

— Ralph Hasenhuttl

You cannot have a situation where you think that if you want to attack, then you play this formation, and if you want to…

— Nuno Espirito Santo

I don't rule out 3-4-3 or other formations depending on the game.

— Quique Setien

When you play the top sides you cannot afford to be as open as 4-4-2 can leave you. Consequently teams adapt their formation.

— Chris Hughton

There is not one style in particular that suits me. I think that every formation has its pros and cons. It's crucial to have…

— Hulk

Balance is the secret for every team. There cannot be a defensive formation and an attacking formation: such a concept is a limitation.

— Maurizio Sarri

The formation is important but not that important. The important thing is the concepts in each position on the pitch. That has to be…

— Quique Setien

It's difficult to play in a new formation and have everyone grasp it straight away.

— Gary Cahill