Defending

What is the main focus of the training session described?

• Developing defenders' ability to score from long distance

• Enhancing the collaboration between goalkeepers and defenders in blocking shots

• Improving the goalkeepers' diving skills

• Teaching strikers how to score goals

What is the primary goal for a defender when a striker is about to shoot?

• To leave the field

• To substitute the goalkeeper

• To score a goal

• To get as close to the ball as possible

What is emphasized about the defender's movement?

• Small steps

• Jumping high

• Running away

• Large steps

What should a defender avoid doing with their legs when near the ball?

• Dancing

• Kneeling down

• Opening them up

• Closing them tightly

What is the defender's aim when covering the posts?

• To cover the nearest post

• To cover the post they are coming from

• To ignore the posts

• To cover all posts simultaneously

What mistake does the coach point out about running towards the ball?

• Running too slowly

• Not running at all

• Running in too big of a curve

• Running in a straight line

What is the consequence of a defender opening up their legs according to the coach?

• It makes it easier for the goalkeeper

• It gives the striker a free space to shoot

• It strengthens the defender's legs

• It helps the defender run faster

What does the coach suggest doing when the ball is about to be hit?

• Sit down

• Take small steps

• Jump

• Take large steps

What is the result of the defender's correct positioning and movement?

• A timeout

• An easy save for the goalkeeper

• A goal for the opposing team

• A red card for the defender