Germany World Cup defender Jerome Boateng has claimed defenders are under the most pressure not to make a mistake on the pitch. Boateng is the starting Centre back for the German National team and Bundesliga giants Bayern Munchen.
One thing is for sure: if you make a mistake as a defender, it often has far worse consequences than, for example, missing a chance to score as a striker. Most of the time, mistakes in defence are punished. You’re singled out as the one at fault and your actions are criticised publicly. But that’s the sport. You know that as a professional footballer. And believe me: strikers have to deal with pressure. It’s always there – for everyone. You get used to it,” Boateng told Reporters.
Boateng will be in Germany’s squad for this years World Cup.