Clearance
クリア
Clearance — Booting a dangerous ball well away from goal.
1💬 In a nutshell
“Don't think — just get it out of the danger zone. The defence's panic button.”
2🎬 See it move
An original tactics board (blue = the team in focus, red = the opponent; attacking left to right). The board animates on its own.
⚽ Open the interactive version (117 more terms, each with its own board)
3🔍 Why it matters — what to watch for
“Playing out is the modern way,” yes, but in front of goal there are moments where safety first is the absolute right answer. Against long throws and corners, “get the first clearance away” is the golden rule. Distance and direction show skill too.
On the call you'll hear“A dangerous moment, but cleared well! Time to regroup.”
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