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Creating numerical superiority on the flanks. The winger, full-back, and maybe a midfielder all move to one side, outnumbering the opposition's full-back. It creates crossing opportunities and drags the defense out of shape. The risk is leaving the other side empty if the overload doesn't produce anything. Teams balance wide overloads by having players ready to switch play quickly.
Liverpool create wide overloads by having Salah, Alexander-Arnold, and sometimes Henderson or a central midfielder all combine on the right. The opposition full-back can't handle three players, and space opens up.
Robbie
Jan 24, 2026
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