Simples for simplicity. When we play on the wing where the winger is, on the opposite side the advancing full back can fill the role for a sudden switch of play. Advancing backs always leave a gap (with four at the back) but it is a risk worth taking even when after a second goal?
If we play two wingers what is the other winger doing; he could come inside as a second forward, or we could have an extra forward?
The choice is
1) two wingers
2) two wing-backs
3) one winger and an overlapping full-back, leaving a space for a free roaming advanced midfielder Pascal
My maxims:
we can only play on one wing at a time
four players in defence and midfield is enough to cover the width of the pitch
running diagonally across the pitch covers more useful ground for energy expended
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