Ball-Playing Defender+
Centre Back
Role Description
A modern centre back who is as comfortable playing offside as playing the ball. Capable of moving forward or wider to support build-up play.
Focus Variants
Aggressive
When asked to be Aggressive, the Ball-Playing Defender will focus on intercepting passes and closing down opponents.
Build Up
The Build-Up focus moves the Ball-playing Defender into more of a holding defensive midfielder during possession.
Defend
When set to Defend, the Ball-playing Defender will step up a little to support teammates during possession.
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Wideback
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