Stefan Posch adjusted his footing as the ball approached, alert and ready. His eyes locked on the winger making a dangerous run down the flank.

“Cut inside, force him wide!” he barked, directing the defense with authority.

With a quick burst of pace, Posch closed the gap and timed his tackle perfectly, winning the ball cleanly. “Not this time,” he said with a confident nod before launching a precise pass forward.

“We have to stay sharp. Keep pressing!” he urged his teammates, energy infectious as the game intensified.