Is speed a good attribute for a defender in Futbol to have?

Question

I'm going to play futbol for my school and I'm going for defender and everyone thinks I should because I got great speed, endurance, and a good ball hawk, oh and especially quick feet! Is having speed a good attribute my coaches will notice in the day of try-outs?

Answer 1

yes you will be able to catch people on 1 on 1's vs the keeper

ima defender too, im not to fast but im strong and can slide good

the abilities you have are perfect for defender

Answer 2

Yes of course, speed is an important attribute for defenders, because it would make it easier to mark an attacker, especially if the attacker is fast.

I think the most important attributes for defenders are speed and strength.

Answer 3

yes

Answer 4

yea, good luck

Answer 5

speed is usually good for anything

Answer 6

Speed and quick feet are good attributes for any player on the soccer field to have. If you don't lunge for the ball and stay with the striker, there is no way a striker can get past you. Strength is also very important because defenders get into tackles very often and have to fight for the ball on the ground and in the air. Bravery and not being afraid to make contact is very important, so be strong and fight for every ball during the tryouts. Knowledge of the game like anticipation, judgement, and working with your team is a good attribute for a defender, but I think it just comes naturally after playing for a while.

Answer 7

of course :D  

Answer 8

yes of course

Answer 9

u know ur good on defence but midfield is ur postion

Answer 10

yeah definitely, i play defender also and its good to know even if they get past you, you can still lay down the pressure and not worry about being left in the dust...Speed is always good no matter what position you play but you also have to be able to control the ball while running fast.