How to Be a Good Soccer Defender

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Anticipate the ball's movement and get there before your opponent.

   Even a slight touch, if the ball is moving at high speed, can cause the player to lose control of the ball or force the player to slow down, earning your team valuable time.
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   Step 2: If you know you won't be able to take the ball from an attacker

   This will take away his shot and force him to pass or drop. , The attacking team will try to push down the wings.
   
   Ask for assistance from center backs if you must. , This is important because if you are right behind them, and they are given the ball, they can easily turn you and they'll be right on goal.
   
   It is easier to put in a tackle the second they turn, when you are a bit behind them. ,
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   Step 3: stay in between the ball and goal.

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   Step 4: Be secure if you play at wing back.

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   Step 5: When your team has a corner and you are staying back

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   Step 6: keep a couple of yards between you and the opponent's striker.

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   Step 7: Never watch the ball be aware on where the attackers are and what they are doing around you

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   Step 8: other cases BE ALERT!

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