Brain+info+gut+legs = victory

When player is in defending situation, he should be confident of his decision. In order to do that, he must be aware of his actions and must know all the principles.

Here are 9 important tips and instructions you should follow and apply:

1. Keep the opponent in front of you.
2. See the player and the ball at all times. Focus on the ball when defending.
3. Bend your knees and be on your toes.
4. Stay sideways to be in advantage when attacker moves.
5. Be prepared to move quickly backwards or to the side.
6. Have patience and don’t rush tackle.
7. Force the attacker into pressure.
8. Defender must close distance while ball is traveling.
9. Play hard with intensity and don’t give up even if you get beaten, track back towards the goal.

Your brain comes first with all your thoughts and knowledge, so when you enter the pitch remember to switch it on and alarm it to work for you. It will tell you how to react in all situation, it will cooperate with the gut so the legs can do their best and in the end create that feeling of joy.

But first, you need to fuel it with the right information. Stay focused.