Player is twice as likely to conquer the ball when defending in a corner situation. Keeper can use blocking instead of dueling to conquer the ball.

Is more likely to intercept a cross or a shot at goal when he is in the same square as the shooter, but outside the penalty area, or in corner situations anywhere.

Player gets a defensive bonus when another player tries to steal the ball from him.

Player commits fewer fouls and gets fewer yellow or red cards