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On-Field CommunicationA command to change the point of attack by passing the ball from one side of the field to the other (often via a long aerial pass).
Related Terms in On-Field Communication
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Defensive instruction to hold an opponent up and prevent them from passing, rather than diving in to try and steal the ball.
One-Two
Calling for a wall pass; passing to a teammate and immediately running to receive the return pass.
My Bad
A quick apology used by a player after making a mistake (bad pass, missed tackle) to acknowledge the error and keep team chemistry intact.
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