Man to man
The strategy is one that has been supposedly dying out in football over the past decade or so despite Greece's success with it in the 2004 European Championships. It is however often used by lower-tier teams, as well as teams defending themselves from much stronger opponents.
Zonal
The biggest advantage of zonal marking is its flexibility. When WE regains possession of the ball, players are still in their positions and can start an attack more quickly. Communication is very important when zonal marking is used, to ensure that no gaps are left in the defensive coverage.
I personally think that we should train both ways and adapt out game based on video evidence and homework of the team we are playing. Being able to do both provides more flexibility and makes the team more comfotbable in defending against any situation. For instance if we are playing stoke, or west ham which we will be soon, we have to look at the danger men, the way they make the runs and whats the best way to combat in them sort of matches.
Ultimately the reason why i have brought the subjsect up is i feel we have conceded too many goals from crosses/ set peices this season and feel if we hade more emphasis on stopping goals in these situations we would have wone a lot more games.
Whad do you prefer and whats your reason
