There are two main ways of defending corners

• Man-man
• Zonal Marking.

A combination of both is preferable,because it not only delegates specific areas of responsibilities to defenders and the Keeper, but also provides the opportunity to cover the opposition's most dangerous players.

This is only a guide.

Start by placing players 2 and 3 on the line and then build up the players as you go along. Make sure each payer knows his responsibility before you carry on.

1. Optional
   • To prevent good delivery. If the corner is an inswinger the defender should be nearer the goal line. Outswinger just off the line.
   • If not used as a block he can be used as a man to man marker.
2. On the near post.should be on the line because he should not obscure the Keeper.
3. The back post.
4. Just inside the 6 yard box .
5. On the 6 yard box level with the near post.
6. On the 6-yard box level with the centre of the goal.
7. Man-man marker.
8. Man-man marker.
9. Man-man marker.

1. Assessment-long or short corner.
2. Communication. Have players got back.
3. Responsibilities-individual or collective. Positions should always be given out before the game and passed on to the subs.
4. Starting position.
5. Decision to come or stay.
6. Communication of decision. Away or Keepers.
7. Decision-to catch, punch or deflect.
8. Technique.
9. Support from team mates.
10. Second saves
11. Clearing the penalty area.

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