RoberticusAsymmetrical distribution of players
Libero could be a spare central defender or a playmaker.
Man-marking by stopper.
Classical full-back (terzino)followed whichever opposing striker made wide runs.
'Modern' full-back (terzino al corso) frequently joined the attack.
British-style wide-midfielder ('tornante')
Second-striker made wide runs (evolved from the old winger)whilst the No.9 was fixed more centrally.
'Regista' was advanced playmaker who often dropped deep to organise midfield.

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