DEFENSIVE MIDFIELDER (DM)
- The "quarterback" role when in attack
- Providing link-up between DEF and attacking players; often making contact with ball carriers
- One will step into more central role (CM) while defending
- One will play as free man (FM), covering hot line to goal and stepping into ball carriers
- BOTH: Good ball speed, wide passing range, strong on ball, not panicking
ATTACKING MIDFIELDER (AM)
- The "flashy" role when in attack
- Providing link-up between DM and STR; presenting "second line" option to DEF when on ball
- Vital to start narrow when on ball, keep outside passing lanes open
- Key players defensive, esp on 60 press. Will obtain a lot of turnover ball from cutting out panic balls down the line
- BOTH: Strong on ball, good ball carrier at speed, willing to take the game on, good engine
ALL MIDFIELDERS
The "box" formative in the middle of the pitch is vital to maintain when in possession at back.
Control middle of field, making opp accountable, keep outside channels open for quick movement
in more ways than one
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