FOOTBALL LANGUAGE · positional_superiority
Positional superiority
Take a position with more usable options than the opponent can control.
01 / What this means
Positional superiority
Positional superiority occurs when positioning, body angle and distances give a player or line several forward solutions despite the defensive organisation.
02 / Age and development
Age and development
Positional superiority occurs when positioning, body angle and distances give a player or line several forward solutions despite the defensive organisation.
Positional superiority occurs when positioning, body angle and distances give a player or line several forward solutions despite the defensive organisation.
Positional superiority occurs when positioning, body angle and distances give a player or line several forward solutions despite the defensive organisation.
03 / What to look for
Common thinking error
Position yourself where you keep several options.
Do not treat this concept as a fixed action. First read pressure, space, teammates, opponents and game phase.
04 / Related concepts
Related concepts
Half-space
The vertical inside channel between the centre and the wing.
Between the lines
Receive between two opposition lines.
Body orientation
Open your body so you can see more of the game.
Overload
Have more players than the opposition in one area.
Third man
Use a second player to release the third.
05 / Sources and references
Sources and references
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