Konides's analysis prominently highlighted that both of Mainz's wingers preferred to play on their inverted foot.
Marvin Matip, who had Cameroonian heritage, was a right-footed player who could play center-back as well as full-back.
A right-footed player at left-back was the perfect counter to Balik on his inverted foot.
Dom had another trick up his sleeve with this arrangement: Ozat.
The Turkish player was someone Dom had become familiar with during his time coaching in Turkey. At 1.85 meters tall, he was a versatile player, capable of playing on the left, in the center, or on the right.
Why?
Because he was proficient with both feet.
Although he primarily played on the left, his dominant foot was actually his right.
Only those who knew him well were aware that his right foot was even stronger than his left.
Moreover, he was Cologne's leading assist provider for the season.
Cologne's greatest strength this season lay in their two forwards.
