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In Possession off ball runs play a crucial role in a football team's dynamics, creating space and providing options for the ball carrier.
With SkillCorner’s Game Intelligence, we detect and capture 10 types of Off Ball Run, taking into account variables such as speed, distance, and threat. This allows clubs to gain a deep understanding of how players move without the ball and how these runs contribute to a team's overall strategy.
Understanding Off Ball Runs with SkillCorner Game Intelligence
In this new video, Tom Goodall defines each of these Off Ball Run types, and illustrates them with real-life examples. We then go further by analyzing the profiles of full-backs, examining how they utilize specific Off Ball Runs and comparing their effectiveness in different game situations. A particular focus is given to overlaps, exploring how these runs create space and offer options in the attack.
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