Originally Posted by
jackal2
And of course, moving the ball quicker is more difficult for National League players than it is for Premier League players, because they're not as good, mentally or technically. That's why I can't see the logic of playing high risk football close to your own goal with players who are going to make mistakes more often than those at the highest levels. It doesn't mean you shouldn't try to play attractive attacking football, but don't over-complicate things in your own defensive third. Take the risks in areas well clear of your own goal where you've still got cover behind you.