Defensive 2-2 corners
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the box defensive formation ?
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Adnan ZakirCoach, England
strength%3A 2-2 is a good option to take short variations. but in 2-2 you cant stop double snick.
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the box defensive formation ?
strength%3A 2-2 is a good option to take short variations. but in 2-2 you cant stop double snick.
in more ways than one
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