Shooting and Defending

Where to shoot when you are in a one-on-one situation.

In Futsal, one on one situations are very common. And it becomes extremely crucial especially when your team are behind and there is a need for a goal. So what is it that you must do when the through ball lands on your feet and you need to get that goal by all means. This is where you must capitalize on that particular opportunity and make it count. A missed chance is what you cannot afford to do at this point. This is because a one-on-one situation is almost a certainty to score and it is sometimes an easier chance as compared to a penalty.

So what is it that you should do when you get that opportunity? Truth is, one-on-one situations looks easy but it is actually harder than it seems. So some of the tricks that you must have when you are in that situation is to aim for the bottom corner but this is much easier if you are running from the wing position. Here you can easily shoot the ball towards the far corner. However, if you are running from the middle, then this might not be your game plan because there is a high chance you will shoot wide. Ultimately, stay calm and cool and then tap the ball, there is no need to blast the ball too hard.

Effective Defending in futsal

If you are playing a highly attacking team in futsal, you will need to have a very effective defence system to break down their game play. While in football, there has been many forms of defence like the man-marking and the zonal marking systems respectively, what type of defence are most effective in this fast paced and more limited game?

If you are a defender, it is important to keep your eyes on the striker who will be the main person the ball will come to. To be effective you will need to be on guard to ensure that he does not get a free run with the ball. Always pressure him and do not give him too much space to move around your D box.

Because you are the defender, ensure that your tackles are accurate. Unless you are very sure you will get the ball, he will invite the opponents to fall down or dive and get a free kick. Any free kicks, whether direct or indirect will be a good chance for them to score. To do this, always keep your eyes on the ball because it is the ball you want and not the player. Remember to be intimidating by moving sideways all the time. This will confuse the striker who might just end up running into you.