Passing lane

How it is used

Players open or block passing lanes; the route can disappear as opponents move.

Example sentences

1. The midfielder moved sideways to open a passing lane for the defender.

   The movement creates a clear route between two teammates.

2. Their striker blocked the passing lane to our central midfielder.

   A defender can prevent a pass without touching the ball.

Common collocations

• open a passing lane
• block a passing lane
• find a passing lane

Related terms

• passA kick, header or throw that sends the ball to a teammate. As a verb, to pass means to send the ball to a teammate in this way.
• markingStaying close to an opponent, or guarding an area, to stop them receiving the ball or getting a clear shot or header.

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• line-up
• counter-attack
• possession
• pressing
• high line
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• park the bus
• mid-block
• double pivot
• half-space
• rest defence