
Backs are in yellow Mids are in blue Forwards are in red Scenario- falling back into diamond defensive position( see mids) left forward applying pressure. Center forward cutting field in half. Right forward stays high in the, available for counter(width and height).
Sprint into position. counter attacks require us to release the ball quickly and play it forward.
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