man-to-man
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PSG step up to defend in a man-to-man fashion but because Merino drops into central midfield without Pacho following him - one of PSG's midfielders has to come across to mark him.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Against high man-to-man pressing, the long ball over the opponent's attack and midfield is also a valuable tactic.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
When opponents apply man-to-man pressure, finding a free man is harder.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
With the rise in man-to-man high pressing from goal-kicks, the risk associated with building out from the back is higher than before.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
We’re going to play man-to-man as long as it works.
From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers
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