Soccer DefendingThere is a lot more to soccer defending than just tackling. It involves decision making and taking up positions which will help you win the ball or prevent your opponents from using it to good effect. You should challenge for the ball when you feel confident of winning it. Keep your eye on the ball and try not to focus on any feints or dummies that your opponent might throw at you. You can also try feints to tackle, force the error or opening you are looking for.Remember, when the opposition are in possession of the ball, everyone has to defend. strikers can be regarded as the front line of defence. They should be the first to put pressure on the opponents. Strikers most likely won't win the ball against four defenders but they can cut down thinking time and force them to hurry them into making a mistake. Always stay goalside of your opponent. Defenders must always try to keep pressure on the opponents and win possesion back and minimise threat levels. Stay close to the person you are marking so when they receive the ball, they will be under pressure right away and have more of a chance of making a mistake. Jockey and be patient. Even if the attacker is able to turn successfully, the pressure is still on him. The longer he retains possession, the more likely he is going to make a mistake. Try to force you opponent into less dangerous areas to prevent them from having a decent shot on goal. If things get desperate, use a slide tackle to knock the ball from under the attackers feet or even win the ball. Do not rush and jump straight in. Soccer defending takes time so wait for an opening. Stay ready and keep your eye on the ball at all times.
Tackling and DefendingStanding Tackle This is the most used tackle in soccer. Effective, quick and has less risk then the sliding tackle. Sliding Tackle A great way to win possession when opponents are looking to take you on. Very effective but can be risky. Intercepting the ball This is a good way to win the ball off the opposition without having to put in a tackle. You need to be quick and more alert then your opponent to pull off an interception. blocking the ball Shot blocking can make the difference in defending. It is important to always put yourself in front of a shot. 1v1 Defending You might find yourself in a situation where its 1v1 between you and an attacker. Its important to know what to do in this situation otherwise you could be left behind! Return from Soccer Defending to Soccer Universe HomePage
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