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Liverpool’s Zonal Marking

On the topic of Liverpool's (lack of?) defensive prowess: Rafa continues to defend his zone marking scheme on set pieces. Considering that Liverpool is a weak aerial defensive team, wouldn't man marking make more sense? In man marking defenders can make up for their lack of height by bodying up to attackers. By playing zone, Liverpool is forced to play the ball rather than the man.

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