Their high press, which frequently takes a 4-4-2 shape, is often disjointed as the forwards and midfielders stay closer to prevent circulation through the middle and force teams to one flank.
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Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
Iran’s failure to show up in Pakistan for a second round of talks with Vice President JD Vance showed just how disjointed the leadership had become, the White House argued.
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