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Diego Martínez’s Art Of Coaching A Disciplined High Line – Tactical Theory
Today, read our tactical theory piece on Diego Martínez's art of coaching a disciplined high line.
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A high defensive line is a tactic that allows teams to press whilst keeping the distances between their lines tight, preventing them from being played through.
When done effectively, it can suffocate opposition teams, especially those with a possession-based playing style.
However, it is not without risk.
It is a tactic that requires a supremely disciplined defensive unit with the bravery and athleticism to implement it.
A player’s natural reaction when out of possession is often to drop back and protect their goal.
This tactic takes defenders out of their comfort zone.
Kevin Martin’s high-line tactical theory offers a tactical analysis of how to do a high line using Diego Martínez’s Las Palmas as a model team.
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