← Back to the pitch Right-Back The mirror of the left-back on the right flank: tracks opposing wingers, tucks in centrally when the ball is far away, and supports attacks by overlapping or underlapping.
Train for this role → In possession Provides width down the right, overlapping or underlapping the winger ahead of them to create passing lanes and crossing opportunities.
Out of possession Tracks the opposition's left winger one-on-one and tucks infield to support the back line when the ball is on the far side.
How to play it › Time overlapping runs so you arrive as an option, not before the ball is ready› Tuck inside when play is on the opposite flank to keep the defensive line compact› Show wide players onto their weaker foot rather than inviting a cut inside› Recognize when to hold back for defensive cover versus when it's safe to join the attackCommon mistakes − Getting caught upfield after an attack breaks down, leaving space in behind− Diving into tackles instead of jockeying wide players toward the touchline− Standing too narrow and leaving the winger in front isolated out wideComing soon: video drill demos for this role.