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Number 9s movements towards their own half

By Alex Trukan Number 9’s position is usually associated with playing as high as possible and looking to threaten centre backs at all times. With the emergence of a ‘false nine’ position and its’ benefits, even the traditional type number 9’s became more flexible and looking to receive deeper into the centre of the pitch.

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Tracking forward runs into the penalty box

By Alex Trukan Forward runs in behind the back line can pose a major threat to any defence. One of the most important defending techniques, however, very often overlooked and ignored is tracking runners. Effective decision making on when to do it as well as execution will prevent many opportunities to create chances. It is

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