der Spielaufbau
Translation
build-up play, game structure, playmaking
Examples
Der Spielaufbau der Mannschaft war sehr langsam.
The team's build-up play was very slow.
Der Trainer lobte den kreativen Spielaufbau.
The coach praised the creative build-up play.
Grammar Patterns
[Noun] to describe a team's tactics The team's build-up play is very effective.
Similar Words
Spielgestaltung (game design), Taktik (tactic)
Etymology
Composed of 'Spiel' (game, play) and 'Aufbau' (build-up, structure). Literally 'game build-up'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a football team 'building up' ('Aufbau') their 'play' ('Spiel') from the defense to the attack.