When tackling ball, it's generally best to stand up and grab ball, but if you feel your opponent is about to break through defense, then tackling ball should only be done as a last resort.
The basic gripping motion is to bend one leg and slide lower leg forward (see sample diagram below). There are several reasons for this movement:
Sample image:
Tackling with dominant footAs you fall on your side, bend your left leg (support) and grab ball with your right foot (lead leg).
Leg supportWhen falling on side, left leg (supporting) bends and scoops the ball.
Used hook (protective) shovelThe fight for control of ball. Lying on your side, bend your left leg (support leg) and hook ball with your right shin (lead leg).
In addition, there are following taboos on tackle that you need to be firmly aware of:
As long as you complete above steps, you may receive an immediate red card. We can say that this is a very dangerous move, so you should pay attention to it.
If you are a beginner, know from start that point of a tackle is to damage, trap or control ball, not to hurt it.
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