[header] How to choose a soccer position [title] Jump in as a defender if you're strong, smart, and composed. [step] Great defenders may not get the glory, but they win games. A good defender reads the game and offense to cut out threats before they get near goal. 
They are confident and physical, muscling off attackers to win the ball either in the air or on the ground. If you love frustrating the other team, leaving them empty-handed, be a defender.