Making Runs

Question 1

Answer 1

Make An Overlap

To run around the outside of a teammate who has the ball, usually a winger or fullback.

Question 2

Answer 2

Make An Underlap

To run inside of a teammate who has the ball, moving toward the center of the pitch rather than out wide.

Question 3

Answer 3

Make A Run From Deep

To start a run from a position further back on the field, usually from midfield or defense, and move forward toward the attacking area.

Question 4

Answer 4

Make A Support Run

To move into a position where a player can support a teammate with the ball, either by offering a passing option or helping to create space.

Question 5

Answer 5

Bend Your Run

To adjust the direction of your run, often to avoid an offside trap or to time your movement to receive a pass.

Question 6

Answer 6

Get In Behind

To make a run past the defenders, moving into space behind them, typically to receive a through ball or long pass.

Question 7

Answer 7

Make A Counter-Movement

To move in one direction and then quickly change direction, usually to deceive an opponent and create space or gain an advantage.