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5-a-Side Soccer Formations: The Best Setups for Small-Sided GamesEncyclopedia
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5-a-Side Soccer Formations: The Best Setups for Small-Sided Games

2-0-2, 1-2-1 diamond or 2-1-1? The small-sided formations that actually win pickup and league 5-a-side — with when to use each.

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