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Ewan Ross-Murray & Barnaby Lane

What Is a Tackle in Soccer?

Tackling in soccer is a key skill. | Eric Canha-Imagn Images

A perfectly timed tackle in soccer has the power to change the momentum in a game, especially when a team needs a big defensive play.

The term "tackle" in sport is most often associated with football, where players literally tackle each other to the ground to stop the other team from progressing down the field. The tackles are hard-hitting, brutal, and engage the full bodies of both athletes.

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