Random Soccer Stuff
Why is Strategy so Important to Soccer?
Helps teams work efficiently
Maximizes our chances of winning by playing smarter, as well as hard.
What Does a GoalKeeper Do?
Protects the Goal and switch possession direction in the defensive half
A Possession Game Focuses on What?
Keeping the Ball/Controlling the Game
When each defender is responsible for marking an opponent this is called..
Man-to-man defense
When you use the wide areas of the field to stretch the defense, this is called...
Wing Play
What do DEFENDERS do?
Stop Opposing Team from Scoring and Allow Our Team to POSSESS
A Counterattack strategy focuses on what?
Defend, then quick switch to attack.
When players cover specific areas of the field, this is called...
Zone/Zonal Defense
What is a through ball?
Passing the ball through the defense to send a striker on a break.
What do FORWARDS do?
Score Goals and Possess the Ball Up Top
This style of play, players pass the ball quickly, trying to out-maneuver opponents
Tiki taka (Barcelona)
When Coach Yells that we are "PRESSING" what does she mean?
Players pressure the ball quickly when it's on the opponent’s side.
When defenders join the attack to create overloads on the wings, this is called...
Soccer players wear these.
What are socks, cleats, and shin guards?
What do MIDFIELDERS do?
Control the Ball, Link Defense with Attack, and Have Green Light to Attack
What team uses the Counterattack strategy well?
Real Madrid
What is the benefit of of Man-to-Man Defense?
Prevents the opponent from getting into dangerous areas.
What is the benefit of using an overlapping run?
This confuses the defense and creates space for attackers.
How Many Players Are Allowed on the Field?
11
What do COACHES do?
Inspire :)
When players transition fast to catch the opposing team off-guard is called..
Counterattack
What is the benefit of a High Press?
Forces mistakes and regains possession quickly.
What team utilizes Wing Play?
Manchester City