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Lesson One: Position Basics and Formations

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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

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