How to be attacker's worst nightmare

Summary

In this video, 'Mess' shares five soccer defending tips: 1) Backtracking with caution, waiting for attackers' mistakes. 2) Being physical to intimidate opponents, especially if they're faster. 3) Psychological tactics to unsettle attackers, like minor fouls and celebrating tackles. 4) Defending corner kicks by staying close to attackers and pushing them off balance. 5) Luring attackers to control their direction, especially useful against faster opponents.

Takeaways

• 🔙 Backtracking: Stay calm and comfortable when the attacker has the ball, wait for their mistake to intercept.
• 💪 Be Physical: Stay close to the attacker and use physicality to your advantage, especially if they're faster.
• 🧠 Get in Their Head: Make the attacker insecure by pushing, holding, or other subtle tactics to gain a mental edge.
• 🎉 Celebrate Tackles: Boost team morale and lower the attacker's confidence by celebrating successful tackles.
• 🤝 Defend Corner Kicks: Stay close to attackers during corner kicks,不给空间，push them off balance to make scoring difficult.
• 🚫 Avoid Over-Backtracking: Be aware of the situation and don't always backtrack, as it can be dangerous near the goal.
• 👥 Team Defense: Work together with your team to cover spaces and support each other during defense.
• 🤸‍♂️ Anticipate Moves: Anticipate the attacker's moves and position yourself to intercept or block their path.
• 🏃‍♂️ Control the Pace: If you're slower, control the pace of the game to your advantage instead of chasing speed.
• 🛑 Force Direction: Lure the attacker to a less dangerous side of the field to control the game.

Q & A

What is the first tip mentioned by Mess for defending in soccer?

The first tip is about backtracking, where you should stay calm and comfortable when the attacker has the ball, wait for their mistake, and then go in to take the ball.

Why should a defender not always backtrack?

A defender should not always backtrack because it could be dangerous when the attacker is close to the goal, as it may leave the goal exposed.

What is the significance of being physical during a soccer game?

Being physical is significant as it can intimidate the attacker, especially if they are faster, and can prevent them from comfortably controlling the ball.

How can a defender get into the head of an attacker?

A defender can get into the head of an attacker by doing small things like pushing, holding their shirt, or celebrating tackles to make the attacker insecure and prone to mistakes.

What is the risk of getting too physical with an attacker?

The risk of getting too physical is that the referee might see it and give a yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.

What is the importance of celebrating a tackle in soccer?

Celebrating a tackle can lower the attacker's confidence and boost the team's morale.

What should a defender focus on when defending a corner kick?

When defending a corner kick, a defender should stay close to the attacker, not give space, and try to push the attacker off balance to make it harder for them to score.

Why is it important for defenders to have more leeway from the referee during corner kicks?

Defenders have more leeway because physical contact is more common during corner kicks, but they must be careful not to pull or push the attacker excessively.

How can a defender lure an attacker to one side?

A defender can lure an attacker to one side by positioning their body to control the attacker's movement, creating the illusion of space in one direction while being ready to react if the attacker tries to change direction.

What is the purpose of luring an attacker to one side?

The purpose is to control the direction of the attacker's movement and prevent them from using their speed advantage, making it easier for the defender to maintain control.

What body positioning should a defender use when trying to lure an attacker?

The defender should put their shoulder outside, open their legs, and angle their body to guide the attacker in the desired direction.