Defending against a short corner (4)
Defenders also need to be aware of players being used as decoys.
In diagram below (E) is the attacking player setting off from inside the 6 yard area, while (B) is stood alongside (A) taking the corner kick.
With (A) and (B) together, as mentioned in earlier practices 2 defenders (marked x) stand 10 yards away, ready if (A) plays the ball to (B).
With (E) also moving towards the corner flag, another defender also is committed.
The danger here is should (A) completely ignore (B) and (E), and instead play the ball direct from the corner to either (C) or (D) moving forward. Both would be in a position to change the angle of attack by centring the ball.
Defenders on the posts( X2 and X3) and in the 6-yard area should move out giving the goalkeepers space to view any cross near to goal.
As in diagram 2 in the previous practice a disciplined move out is essential – all must move in line as one – always remembering to ensure the central area is covered.
Forwards should not be allowed free headers at goal! All marked man to man.
