Using the full penalty area play a 6v3 with the 6 blues retaining possession against 3 red defenders. On winning the ball the red players will try and score with a quick shot on goal.
Rotate the 3 defenders after a period. Reward the 6 players if they attain a given number of passes. Look for quality passing, spatial awareness and decision making with good movement creating space from the 6 attackers. The 3 defenders try to work as a unit to try and press to win the ball.
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