Central Defenders #4 & #5

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Technical-Tactical	Physical
Tackles & Blocks Passing ability (various lengths) Receive the ball across the body to support switching the play Wins aerial duels	Positional Awareness Strength Lateral speed
Social-Emotional	Psychological
Resilience Self-awareness Self-motivation	Leadership Self-talk Communication

Attacking Organization	Defensive Organization
Offer depth to retain possession Operate as a deep central midfielder	Protect positioning Provide cover for other centre back/defenders
Attacking Transition	Defensive Transition
Push forward into the midfield if necessary Create angles to support for the other centrebacks/teammates Support midfielders	Structure team shape Push forward to support help overload the opponent Organize and communicate with midfielders in front Be aware of any dangerous spaces and intercept (when possible)

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