The phrase "overlapping runs" refers to a situation where two or more objects or people are running in the same area or path at the same time. Full definition
You can use it to help make more attacking options like giving time for teammates with overlapping runs or use it from a defensive standpoint like stopping a rushing attacker getting to the ball. (fifasoccerblog.com)
Didn't make a ton of impact, but was in the right places, completed his passes and made a couple of good overlapping runs. (blackwhitereadallover.com)
Didn't make many of his trademark overlapping runs either. (caughtoffside.com)