Closing Down

[dolph11]

I had originally posted this in the tactics thread but didn't get a response so am hoping somebody here can help.  I am still none-the-wiser as to how I can stop individual defenders closing down where there is no need. Secondly, when they do it and it is quite obviously the reason why we concede there is no way of interacting with them to tell them not to do it or to train them not to do it anymore. Of course, you might say their attributes are a contributing factor, this, I understand, yet it happens far to often for it to be attributed solely on the defenders attributes. 

Also, regarding team shape, how can I have an expansive shape when in possession and a narrow fortress when defending? Is it possible?

In conclusion, I feel the game gives you no control over defending. I am more than likely to be wrong so am hoping I can be put right because at the moment I find it almost impossible to have my players do what I want them to.

[HUNT3R]

Keep this IN the tactics forum please. Preferably the Stupid Questions thread unless you can provide proper detail around the situations this happens.