Soccer Tip

Soccer Tip: Turning Defense to Attack

Video Tip by Nike Soccer Camps on how to turn defense to attack. 

Turning Defense to Attack

Ball Control and Playing Loose

• Defenders must be comfortable on the ball
• Defenders should be skilled at both running with the ball and passing
• Defenders must be relaxed under pressure and able to turn a defensive effort into a counterattack

Attacking Fullbacks

• The fullbacks should be used as the first line of attack
• Fullbacks require speed, strength, vision and distribution skills

Quick Ball Movement

• Being able to move the ball swiftly and accurately will create pressure on the opposing team.
• Passing the ball to a teammate in an advanced position is helpful in creating an attacking move.
• A quick counterattack will leave many of the opposing players behind and create space when pushing for goal.

Defending Remains a Priority

• Defenders should focus on defending first.
• Don’t let up in order to anticipate an attack until the team has total possession.
• If you get caught sleeping and only focusing on attacking from the back, your opponent will beat you.