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How to defend 1v1 in soccer: jockey and show them wide
Learn to defend a wide 1v1: approach under control, protect the inside route, adjust your distance, and recognize when to tackle.
October 23, 2026
How to defend in a mid block in soccer: squeeze between the lines
How to defend in a mid block in soccer: stay compact around halfway, block passes into midfield and squeeze the ball when it goes between the lines.
October 23, 2026
How to high press in soccer: trap the full back
How to high press in soccer: wait for a trigger, press together, cut off the easy passes and trap the ball against the touchline.
October 23, 2026