Furthermore, in a low block, concentration levels are tested for longer.
Compared to the other defensive strategies – a high press and a mid-block – the distance to goal following a regain is significantly greater. Fast players are needed, as well as players with enough stamina to make quick recovery runs once the ball is lost. Furthermore, in a low block, concentration levels are tested for longer. One individual defensive error or a piece of poor positioning is likely to be more costly than when teams are stationed further up the pitch.