3-2-3 Diamond
8 FIELD PLAYERS + ROAMING KEEPER
MID BLOCK
Three across the back lets the roaming keeper push up as a sweeper. Two central mids control the spine; the front three stretch width.
CB ×3
Centre-Back
Anchor of the back line. Reads play, steps into midfield when keeper pushes up.
DM
Defensive Mid
Sits in front of the back line. Breaks up play, recycles possession.
CM
Centre Mid
Engine room. Box-to-box, links defense to attack.
LW
Left Winger
Wide attacker on the left. Cuts inside or drives the byline.
ST
Striker
Finisher. Holds up play, makes runs in behind, shoots.
RW
Right Winger
Wide attacker on the right. Cuts inside or drives the byline.