Positioning Masterclass: Beginner to Pro in 11 Lessons

Positioning is the most underrated skill in soccer. It’s not about running more or dribbling better — it’s about being in the right place at the right time. In this video, I’ll break positioning down step by step:

⚽ Basics:
• Compress on defense (stay between the opponent and your goal)
• Expand on offense to create space
• Always be available to receive the ball

⚽ Intermediate:
• Understand the playing area vs boundaries
• Third-man support to unlock defenses
• Use one-two passes instead of dribbling into pressure
• Position yourself to play into space

⚽ Pro Concepts:
• Third-man runs
• Invite pressure to create space for teammates
• Switch sides and adapt based on what the opponent gives you
• Just stand there to counter your opponent

Whether you’re a player who wants to improve faster or a coach looking for clear ways to teach positioning, this video will give you the full picture in just 11 steps.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - 1: Compress on Defense
01:25 - 2: Expand on Offense
01:53 - 3: Always be Available
02:54 - 4: Playing area vs. boundries
03:23 - 5: Third-man support
03:52 - 6: One-two passes
04:25 - 7: Play into Space
05:19 - 8: Third-man Runs
05:50 - 9: Invite Pressure
06:25 - 10: Switch sides
07:00 - 11: Just stand there

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