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This creates an imperative to defend the space behind when in the midfield, forcing teams to shift further defenders into the backfield. This, in turn, creates much more space in the defensive line which really should encourage far more exciting ball-in-hand attacking play. It is a rule that will advantage the quicker, extra skilfull backlines who kick properly out of hand. Join us as we deliver total coverage from Morrison Stadium. Omaha Westside’s Tristan Alvano celebrates following scoring a penalty kick in the course of their Class A state soccer game against Creighton Prep at Morrison Stadium on Tuesday. “It’s...