SportsSeptember 8, 2026
counterpressing
KOWN-ter-pres-ing
Definition
A tactical maneuver in soccer where a team immediately attempts to regain possession of the ball as soon as they lose it, rather than falling back into a defensive position.
How do you pronounce counterpressing?
Counterpressing is pronounced KOWN-ter-pres-ing (IPA: //ˈkaʊntərˌprɛsɪŋ//).
Where does counterpressing come from?
Derived from the prefix 'counter-', meaning against or in response to, combined with the sport-specific term 'pressing,' referring to the tactic of aggressively challenging an opponent who has the ball.
In the news
Coach Maisonneuve highlights Chisolm’s effective counterpressing as a key component of his contributions that goes beyond just scoring goals.
Men’s soccer: Isaiah Chisolm brings scoring, work ethic to Ohio State after transferring
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