http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2009/aug/25/the-question-diamond-tactics-jonathan-wilson I still think Ancelloti staggers a 4-2-3-1 to avoid being countered and depending on Anelka and Malouda the diamond can shape a patient 4-2-2-2 or Christmas Tree but this is another JW post that’s definitely worth a look. Tip - read the comments - they’re as interesting as the article this time.