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Argentina: Freeing the edge for attempts at goal

To kick-start this series, we delve into the champions, Argentina, exploring how their attacking corner-kick routines frequently revolved around freeing up space at the edge of the area for a strike at goal, and how these corners were executed perfectly.

Part 2

Defending corners: Zonal or player-to-player?

19% of all goals scored at Qatar 2022™ were from set plays. This episode breaks down how elite teams protect their box, comparing zonal and player-to-player systems and showing why the smallest details make the biggest difference.

Part 3

Cameroon: Attacking the near post against zonal defences

In Qatar, Cameroon’s attacking corner-kick routines centred on aggressive near-post deliveries to counter zonal marking from an opponent. Here, we examine how they used direct balls to the penalty area and near-post flick-ons to their advantage.

Part 4

Korea Republic: Targeting the front post against player-to-player marking

Previously, we looked at Cameroon targeting the front post against zonal-marking teams. However, this article looks at how Korea Republic used the same strategy against player-to-player marking systems to great effect.

Part 5

Senegal: The train and blocker strategy

Keeping with the theme of disrupting opposition marking setups, this article examines Senegal’s use of a classic corner-kick routine called “The train”, showing how coordinated movement and blocking can create separation for the intended target.

Part 6

England: Finding the target player and blocking man-to-man markers

When he comes up for a corner, there are not many as dangerous as Harry Maguire in the box. This article explores how England created space for their key aerial threat by using blockers to disrupt tight man-to-man marking.