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2 weeks ago

🧠 COACHING INSIGHT OF THE DAY

"Man Marking is not just chasing shadows — its about owning your assignment with intelligence and discipline."

🔍 Explanation:
Man marking requires more than physical effort; it’s a mental battle. The player must stay close enough to limit options, but not so close they get dragged out of position or beaten easily. It’s about reading the opponent, anticipating their movements, and constantly adjusting.

💡 Key Coaching Points:

👀 Awareness: Always know where the ball is, even while marking your man.

🧠 Discipline: Don’t get dragged too far from your zone or lose shape.

🏃🏽‍♂️ Positioning: Stay goal-side or between the man and the ball.

🎯 Focus: One lapse and a clever attacker will punish you.

🔁 Communication: Switch marks when necessary — don’t follow blindly.

📌 Pro Tip :
In youth and grassroots football, man marking should be taught with responsibility. Let your players understand that marking a man also means marking danger. Dont just follow the player—read the game.