The Italian Metodo(1934)

Another modification to the 2-3-5, implemented by Vittorio Pozzo, 1934 coach
to the Italian World Cup team. It was meant to be the Danubian style, with
which the Austrian team were destroying all opposition, but he had no
playmaker -- his centre-half was more of a defensive type -- and thus no
source of attacks. This problem he solved by pulling the two inside-forwards
back into midfield to start off the attacks and to act as playmaker. His
centre-half then took on a more defensive role. This meant that his attack
looked somewhat like the M of the W-M formation we will see later.

Advice on the metodo: The centre-half has to be alert, as he is now a
part-time "fullback" instead of a playmaker. He still helps out in attack,
but just not as often. The two inside-forwards need to have the same
qualities the 2-3-5 centre-half had, as they are now the offensive
playmakers. The centre-forward has to be more skilful as he is the only one
with the responsibility of scoring goals.
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