What is Compactness?
Compactness is how close players stay vertically and horizontally when defending.
Football glossary
Compactness
Compactness is how close players stay vertically and horizontally when defending.
Simple definition
Compactness is how close players stay vertically and horizontally when defending.
Example in a match
A block of eight players within 30 metres when out of possession.
Why it matters for development
Reduces gaps for opponents to exploit.
How young players can train it
Sliding defensive shape drills without ball.
- Small-sided games
- Coach feedback after sessions
- Video review where available
Questions
FAQs
At what age can players learn this?
Introduce concepts age-appropriately — simple language for younger players, more detail from U12+.
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