You can Intercept, Tackle, and Block to defend your goal.
Intercept the ball by placing your Player between players of the opposing team before they pass the ball.
To Block, tap the Ball icon when you're facing the opponent and when their marker changes to red.
The ball will automatically be in your control if it's successful.
To tackle, double-tap the screen when your opponent's marker changes to red.
The ball will automatically be in your control if the move is successful.
This move has a 5 second cooldown, use it during crucial moments.