Set up a grid (approx 8x8 or 10x10) In groups of 4/5 Set up 2 lines of players on either side of the grid and a defender in the middle Players on the outside are the attackers and need to try to dribble the ball through the grid and pass to the next player. The defender needs to win the ball or force them outside of the grid. If the attackers is able to get a pass to the other side then the drill continues. If the defender wins the ball then the attacker becomes the next defender.
Attackers need to be quick and keep the drill moving continuosly so that they can try to catch the defender off balance Defenders need to show attackers wide by getting sideways on and try to slow the attacker down so that they can make their tackle
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