What does the term 'gegenpressing' mean in football tactics?
Quiz Options
- A defensive formation focusing on deep lying defenders
- A high-intensity pressing strategy to win back the ball immediately after losing possession
- A counter-attacking style of play
- A zonal marking system
Explanation
'Gegenpressing' (German for 'counter-pressing') is a tactic where a team aggressively attempts to regain possession of the ball immediately after it's lost, usually in the opponent's half.