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Christmas tree formation

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A formation consisting of four defenders, three central midfielders, two attacking midfielders, and one striker.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, games, hobbies, lifestyle, soccer, sports

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Etymology

An overhead diagram of the formation has a pointed shape, like a Christmas tree.