Defense & GoalkeepingUnit 09 — Centre Back·Course 03 of 12
1v1 Defending in Central Areas
Containing and winning duels in the center of the pitch
15 ModulesIntermediate–AdvancedCentre Back
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15 Modules
01Introduction — 1v1 Defending in Central Areas02Fundamentals — 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
Unit09 / 12
PositionCentre Back
PhaseDefense & Goalkeeping
LevelIntermediate–Advanced
Total courses12
Total modules180
All 12 Courses
01Defensive Positioning
02Reading Attackers' Runs
031v1 Defending in Central Areas
04Aerial Dominance — Winning Headers
05Defensive Aerial Duels and Physicality
06Defending Set Pieces Aerially
07Ball Playing from the Back
08Breaking the Press
09Composure Under Pressure
10Communication and Organizing the Line
11Covering and Stepping In
12Centre Back System