Not exact matches
The
defensive line was
high in the very early part of the game, but dropped deeper as the game went on, probably through necessity with the team tiring, as
much as being the intention.
With a
high defensive line and a diffuse formation, a direct ball over the top can often completely expose the central defenders since it forces them to cover too
much space.
But, if they do play a
high defensive line in search of their
much needed goals, Dortmund have already proven on their three previous meetings this season that they can hurt Madrid at the back.