6v6 match. Cones placed to split the pitch into thirds. When the ball goes out for a throw in, reset to play out from the goal keeper for the team in possession rather than the throw in. Show understanding from last weeks session so defenders split into the wide positions and bring the ball forward on first touch. As the defenders split, 3 midfielders start in the middle third with one central midfielder dropping into the vacant space as an option and will look to turn on the back foot or look to play out involving the defenders. 2 other midfielders work to make a channel so that the GK can play a direct option so that the pitch is now wide and long.
Defenders to split and make the pitch wide. Wide midfielders to find pockets of space in the middle third. Central midfielder to drop into the vacant space in the defensive third. Check shoulder to turn and play forwards. Receive on the back foot
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