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The Art Of Defending: 2022 U.S. World Cup Defender Breaks Down Key Traits For Top Players

The world's best defenders are going to be on display this summer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The teams with the most stable backlines that avoid making crucial errors will be the ones that progress the furthest. So, what does it take to be one of the best? For me, there are three traits that separate impressive athletes from the best defenders in the world: awareness, positioning and mentality. Key Traits For Elite Soccer Defenders The best attacking players in the world can recognize the moments to pounce better than the rest. They see if someone is out of position, if they can time a run pe...