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At first, players may think that defending inRematchsimply consists of using the tackle button. However, this is far from the case, and players will soon discover that there is so much for defenders to do. Learning to be abetter defender inRematchwill help players win more games, as most of their opponents and teammates will have only focused on learninghow to score goals.
Defending is also the best way to earn more points and get an MVP. Interceptions score highly, and defenders also tend to complete more easy passes.
Almostevery mechanic inRematchcan be used for defending, including shooting.
Standing Tackles
Standing tackles are thebread and butter of defending, and they should be used most of the time, with slide tackles being rarer.Failing a standing tackle doesn’t cost much. Use these to tackle, but also toblock ground passesjust after they begin.
Slide Tackles
Slide tackles happen when the player tackles while sprinting. Failed slide tackles willcost the player time, positioning, and stamina, so they should be used more sparingly. However, in certain situations, they are great.
There are no fouls or penalties inRematch, so don’t worry about dangerous tackles.
For example, when chasing down an opponent who is about to shoot, they can beused from behind to close the gap. They can also be used when two players are chasing after a loose ball.
Defensive Stance & Dash
Don’t forget about the defensive stance. This should be used tojockey the player in possession. When they attempt to make a pass or use skills to the side, use thedash to close the groundand hopefullyintercept.
This can be used before a standing tackle.
Jump To Block
When an opponent tries to lob you with a cross, through ball, or shot,jump up to try to block it. In late-game situations, when trying to claw back a goal, attackers can also try tojump and block the keeper’s goal kick.
Defending inRematchwill truly click and become super enjoyable when playersstart using the pass mechanic defensively. For example, if a long ball forward is on the way, meet it with the pass mechanic. Depending on the height, this will eitherhead it away or pass it away. With practice, players will begin setting up their teammates with these passes. Justmake sure to press pass before the ball arrives.
Additionally, if the ball is a little loose on the floor with an attacker nearly reaching it,instead of tackling, try to pass it forward or against the wall.
The best thing about passes for defense is that playersdon’t need to look in the direction they are passing. The character willeasily pass behindor to the side, so put it out wide or kick it back to the keeper.
Lastly, players can alsohead the ball away from crossesor the common tactic of bouncing theball off the back wall, which usually results in easy goals.
Use The Shoot Button To Clear It Away
In some dangerous cases, it can be best touse the shoot button to clear the ballinstead of the pass button. Defensive volleys like this willlock on easier, and bemore powerful. If players get good enough, they will evenadd curve to these defensive clearancesto set up teammates.
