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Player Positions

The KoraStats platform uses a standardized set of position codes to classify the tactical role of each player on the field. These position identifiers are used throughout the system for:

• match lineups
• event attribution
• tactical analysis
• statistical aggregation
• positional performance metrics

Each position is represented by a short code and a full descriptive name.

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Goalkeeper

Goalkeepers are responsible for defending the goal and preventing the opposing team from scoring.

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Defensive Positions

Defenders focus primarily on preventing the opposing team from creating scoring opportunities.

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Defensive Roles

Center Back (CB)
Central defenders positioned in front of the goalkeeper who focus on marking attackers, intercepting passes, and blocking shots. Sweeper (SW)
A deeper defensive role positioned behind the defensive line, responsible for covering defensive gaps. Full Backs (RB / LB)
Defenders positioned on the right and left sides of the defensive line who contribute both defensively and in wide attacking support.

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Midfield Positions

Midfielders operate between defense and attack, linking play and controlling possession.

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Midfield Roles

Defensive Midfielder (DM)
Plays in front of the defensive line and focuses on breaking up opposition attacks and protecting the defense. Central Midfielder (CM)
Operates in the central area of the pitch, linking defensive and attacking phases. Attacking Midfielder (AM)
Plays closer to the opponent’s goal and focuses on creating scoring opportunities. Wide Midfielders (LM / RM)
Provide width in midfield, supporting both attacking plays and defensive coverage.

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Attacking Positions

Forwards and attacking players focus on creating and finishing scoring opportunities.

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Attacking Roles

Center Forward (CF)
The main attacking player positioned centrally and primarily responsible for scoring goals. Second Striker (SS)
A supporting striker who plays behind the main forward and contributes to both goal creation and scoring. Wingers (RW / LW)
Wide attacking players positioned on the flanks who provide width and deliver crosses or attacking runs. Wide Forwards (RCF / LCF)
Advanced attackers positioned slightly off-center, often used in multi-forward tactical systems.

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Positional Flexibility

Modern football tactics allow players to operate across multiple roles depending on:

• team formation
• match strategy
• phase of play

For example: Because of this, the KoraStats system allows players to be associated with multiple positional classifications across different matches.

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Summary

The standardized position taxonomy enables consistent analysis of:

• player performance by role
• positional heatmaps
• tactical formations
• lineup structures

These position codes serve as the foundation for tactical analysis and statistical comparisons within the KoraStats platform.