If you clear a ball faster you have more time to score. Every second counts. Improve your running skills e.g run a short distance every day. It works!

, This helps you clear the ball and make a quick counter attack.
 This way, you will reduce the chances of being fooled by the opponent's tricks.
 Always shoot the ball towards the wings.
 The attackers will push down the wings. At that time, you're the person who could decide your team's fate!

,, Take good tackles for granted. Do more of them. Make sure you stay with your mark.
A defender needs to run.
When you get the ball, quickly pass it.
Always look at the ball.
Never shoot the ball across the center.
Be secure as a wing back.
Remember to predict where the player will hit or dribble the ball next, you need to be very clever.

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If your teammates need help but don't call you, use your common sense and put a tackle in hard.
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