Lesson One: Position Basics and Formations

The position numbers and descriptions below are based on the attacking 4-3-3 formation

(see link at the end for reference and photo examples)

• 1- Goalkeeper

• 2– Right Fullback.

• 3– Left Fullback.

• 4– Right Center Back.

• 5– Left Center Back

• 6– Defensive/Holding Midfielder.

• 7– Right Midfielder/Winger.

• 8– Central/Box-to-Box Midfielder.

• 9– Striker/Central Striker

• 10– Attacking Midfielder/Playmaker

• 11– Left Midfielder/Winger

Reference: Dick Sporting Goods Pro Tips