Could someone explain what every soccer position does?
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Sweeper (SW) The sweeper should have a good understanding of the game and be a leader on the field. He controls the defense, always staying behind the fullbacks.

Stopper (*ST) The stopper is responsible for **marking the center forward or center midfielder of the other team. He also has an important offensive part of distributing the ball to the midfielders.

Left/Right Backs (LB/RB) In the flatback formation, they mark the opponent's forwards and are the only real defenders. These players have to be dependable and willing to give up any kind of offensive play.

Left/Right Defenders (LD/RD) they mark the opponent's forwards. In the flatback version, or in more advanced teams these players are used to carry the ball up the outside with the midfielders, allowing more effective crossing.

Left/Right Midfielders (LM/RM) They are in charge for the crosses in the offense, and they usually carry the ball up the field, since they have more room than the center midfielders.

Left/Right Center midfielders (LC/RC) distribute the ball among the offenders and try to stop or slow down opposing plays before they get to the defensive line. Good passing and ball handling skills are needed to fill this position.

Forwards - In these very basic formations, the forwards do no special work. Runs to the corners need to be only occasional, and dropping back to the midfield shouldn't be the primary way of getting the ball. This position is actually self explanatory.

*ST - Also refers to Strikers. The task of the striker is to engage in forward running as needed and scoring as much as possible in conjunction with a fellow striker or by him or herself.

**Man Marking - A tactic used in soccer where designated players of one team mark (i.e. follow closely) players of the other team. An example of 1-1 marking would be the LCB position (Left Center Back) marking the RS (Right Striker).

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