Tackling

How to pressure the ball

Never charge at the ball unless you are absolutely sure that you will get it. If the enemy has the ball in control at his feet you must contain him. To contain (or jockey) your opponent means to position yourself in front of him and wait until he releases the ball far enough for you to intercept it. Some dribblers will move the ball without providing you with adequate time for a tackle. All you can do in such cases is remain between the ball carrier and your own goal and wait until he errs.

Different methods of defending

Containing (jockeying) When containing an attacker you must lower your center of gravity by bending your knees and leaning forward. Backpedal if the attacker moves sideways. Never face a dribbler straight on, because he will put the ball between your legs or he may run by you. You won't have the time to make a complete 180-degree turn. Instead, approach the ball carrier at a 45-degree angle forcing him towards the sideline. Be prepared to move laterally with your opponent, do not just lunge at him.
Block tackle The block tackle is the most basic way of depleting an opponent of the ball. It is designed to give you possession while keeping you on your feet. Plant your supporting foot firmly so that you don't lose balance. Then, just as your opponent contacts the ball, you must put your free foot perpendicularly to the direction in which he is moving. If executed properly, this will cause your enemy to stumble or cough up the ball.
Poke tackle With poke tackling, you basically stab the ball away from your opponent. You must use the foot which is closer to the ball. This method does not guarantee that you will gain possession of the ball.
Slide tackle Although spectacular, slide tackling should not be used unless in desperation or when you're away from your own goal. It can also be very effective against opponents dribbling down the sideline or shielding the ball.

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Fake kick move by Schneider

Leverkusen midfielder Schneider is pressured by a defender at the 2002 Champions League Final. The German fakes taking a kick, but instead cuts the ball across. The enemy needs to be either coming in at speed or attempting to block, in order for the move to work. Always keep an eye on the defender as you are throwing a feint. If he's not buying it, move on and try something else.

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Sombrero move by Jay-Jay Okocha

Nigerian wizard Okocha has a tremendous repertoire of tricks. In this particular situation, he is threatened by an oncoming defender from the right. Okocha notices that the defender is coming in at speed. The Nigerian scoops the ball up and leaves the defender running past the ball.

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Complex spin by Riquelme

The Complex Spin is actually less difficult than it looks. It is just a collection of a few simpler moves. Riquelme fakes a kick, pulls the ball below his body and does a backheel turn. The effectiveness of this is disputable although it worked in this particular occasion.

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Stepover move by Pele

This move comes from the Brazil vs Bulgaria encounter from the 1966 World Cup. Pele is approached by a Bulgarian defender. The Brazilian does a stepover fake which forces the fullback to overshift to the right. Pele takes note of this and pushesthe ball in the opposite direction.

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