Setup the default positions. Work in zones not man marking. If the attacking team plays short two men go to close down and far post marker moves to near post. Migrate from corners to playing the ball in wide areas to add numbers in attack.
Drop into position as soon as the corner is conceded. Players on edge of 18 yard box are looking to pick up an opponent. Players on six yard box are marking space not players.
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