MidfieldUnit 06 — Defensive Midfielder·Course 06 of 12
Breaking Up Play
Disrupting opponent attacks in the middle third of the pitch
15 ModulesIntermediateDefensive Midfielder
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15 Modules
01Introduction — Breaking Up Play02Fundamentals — Core Mechanics Step by Step03Footwork — Stance, Positioning, and Movement Patterns04Ball Control — Touch, Control, and Ball Manipulation05Reading the Game — Opponent and Space Cues06Drill 1 — Isolated Solo Practice07Drill 2 — Guided with Passive Opponent08Drill 3 — Live Competitive Drill09Common Mistakes — 3 Errors and How to Fix Them10Game Situations — Applying the Skill in Real Matches11Pro Reference — Elite Player Film Study Examples12Progression — Building to the Next Concept13Advanced Variation — Higher-Level Application14Decision Making — When to Use This Skill vs Alternatives15Review & Assessment — Key Takeaways and Self-Assessment Checklist
Unit Overview
Unit06 / 12
PositionDefensive Midfielder
PhaseMidfield
LevelIntermediate
Total courses12
Total modules180
All 12 Courses
01Defensive Positioning Basics
02Reading Passing Lanes
03Interception Timing
04Tactical Fouling
05Covering for Teammates
06Breaking Up Play
07Pressing Triggers
08Transition Moments
09Protecting the Back Line
10Communication and Organization
11Winning Second Balls
12Defensive Midfielder System