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# 3-5-2

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Vera Pauw defends 3-5-2 system as Ireland ponder how to best use Katie McCabe

They face a must-win match against Georgia on Tuesday evening.

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Nov 30th 2021, 12:02 AM

Ireland set to experiment with a new formation against Mexico?

Martin O’Neill says he may switch to a three-man defence and deploy James McClean at wing-back on Thursday.

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May 29th 2017, 3:45 PM

Van Gaal: I have tinkered too much with Manchester United formation

The former Netherlands coach began life at Old Trafford playing 3-5-2

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Nov 10th 2014, 10:14 AM

Souness warns Manchester United of long haul

The Liverpool legend also questioned whether the system would suit Angel di Maria.

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Sep 7th 2014, 3:38 PM