With formations & tactics ever evolving, a gradual shift away from the 4-4-2 has seen teams play with one centre-forward, an increase in central midfield, & more reliance on wingers moving inside.

Therefore how teams build around, & into the wide areas has also evolved, especially with full-backs now a key part of many teams attacking play.

This video looks at the data & tactics of those who cross the most, & how the game has evolved in the Premier League, across the past 7 years.

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This video is part of the Tactical Trends Series, where we will focus on long term studies from various aspects of elite football. Merging tactics & strategies, with analytical data.

Don't forget to check out our other videos across our 4 main playlists!

00:23 - 2015/16 Crossing Data
00:32 - 4-4-2
00:52 - 2021/22 Crossing Data
01:07 - Liverpool's 4-3-3
01:45 - Manchester City's 4-3-3
02:26 - Burnley's 4-4-2
02:52 - Leeds United's 4-3-3 & 3-3-1-3

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