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CLUBHOUSE / FALL 2026
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GAME MODEL & PRACTICE

Create defending shape

Club game model · 11v11 / 4-3-3

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TEAM TACTICAL PRINCIPLE

Reduce usable space through compact and connected lines.

Sub-principles

SUB-PRINCIPLE 01

Compact vertically and horizontally

Connect the front line, midfield, back line and goalkeeper around the ball.

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Blue wash: Attacking half · Gold box: Connections between the pressing lines · Gold rings: key roles

Required player actions

  • #9 and the wingers set a connected front line rather than chasing separate defenders.
  • #6, #8 and #10 close gaps between and beside one another as the ball travels.
  • #4 and #5 move the back line with ball pressure; #1 stays connected without exposing the goal.
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SUB-PRINCIPLE 02

Effective defending distances

Stay close enough to cover, intercept and prevent penetration.

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Blue wash: Attacking half · Gold box: Connections between the pressing lines · Gold rings: key roles

Required player actions

  • The near interior sets a covering angle close enough to help the pressing winger without joining the same duel.
  • #6 adjusts behind the interiors to intercept a central pass or cover the next defender.
  • The ball-side centre-back covers the fullback while the partner and #1 protect depth.
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Adapted from the supplied U.S. Soccer Player Development Framework · U13-U14 Game Model and Learning Plan, pp. 28, 34. Definitions are summarized; specific player responsibilities, coaching questions and practice examples are club applications. Not an official U.S. Soccer product or endorsement.