Reading the play if the opposition need to just clear the ball :

 

1. Make a defensive triangle  (CB CB 6): This defends :

  • The vertical lines.
  • The line to the goal and covers.
  • The line to the wide space.

2. Also Adopt positions that maximize the chance that we win a clearance :

  • 6 is tight in front (of the opposition CF) :
  • CBs Anticipate balls over the top : Get the feet ready, drop fractionally early and Defend loose if the 6 is tight in front.


3. Goalkeeper ready to sweep

 

 

Note : If the opposition set up differently or do something different (don't just boot it clear) then the defensive set up will need to change .

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

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