Drop
On-Field CommunicationA command for the defensive line to move backward towards their own goal to prevent a long ball from being played over their heads.
Related Terms in On-Field Communication
On Your Head
Instruction (usually on a cross or long ball) indicating the ball is perfectly placed for a header.
Get Stuck In
British phrase encouraging players to tackle hard and be more physically aggressive.
Watch the Short
Warning on a corner kick that an opponent is coming close to the kicker for a short pass.
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