False 9
TacticsA striker who drops deep into midfield rather than staying near the opponent's defensive line, intended to disrupt defensive marking.
Related Terms in Tactics
Tiki-Taka
A style of play characterized by short passing and movement, working the ball through various channels, and maintaining possession. Associated with FC Barcelona and Spain.
Formation
The arrangement of players on the pitch (e.g., 4-4-2, 4-3-3).
High Line
A defensive tactic where defenders position themselves far up the pitch, away from their own goal, to compress the play.
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