Fullback

The left/right fullbacks (sidebacks) play along side the central defender on either the left or right side. The main role of this

position is to defend against attackers coming from the wide areas and track players making dangerous runs into deadly positions.

Playing in this position, not only do you have to defend but also help out a little in attack, making darting runs down the wider areas and overlapping the wingers. Playing this position requires good stamina and speed as you must also be able to track back.

Playing in this position you must have good:

• Tackling - It is important to win possession of the ball.


• Stamina - A lot of running is requires for attacking, defending and tracking players.


• Speed - Must be able to chase down opponents


• Covering - There may be times when you might have to run behind the central defence to cover,/li>
  

In modern day soccer today, many teams prefer to have an attacking sideback as it gives a lot more options for attacking and tends to make it easier to open up the opponents defence.


But because of the ability needed to attack then track back to defend, it is often quite difficult to find someone who is able to play this positon effectively. Some teams would prefer to have more defensive sidebacks.

A good example of a good sideback is Daniel Alves, Patrice Evra and Gianluca Zambrotta. This players are known for their attack as well as their defensive ability and speed.

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