POP counter attacking from deep areas. Blues to defend set up aa a 1-4-3-3 with the 10 and 4 taken out. Reds to Counter attack set up as a 3-4-3 with 6 and 3 taken out. Reds are 2-0 down with 10 minutes to go. Play out from back as first start position and encourage forward positive passes, quick direct play to attack from wide and centeral players. Defence to play an high line and get up as quick as possible. Aim is to get to target area within 7 passes The session will move in to more open play and become freeflowing.
Equipment: Balls, bibs, cones, first aid pack Key Factors Positive forward passes Create space through movement dragging defenders and developng gaps in behind Movement in to open space Drive forward quickly where possible Know when to shoot and when to pass Scan and check the area your in Correct pass selection and technique Communication to team mates I.E man on, turn out Exploit overload in central area Always look for positve passes Runs in behind Wide play quick and positve Encourage overlaps and under laps wit wide and front players
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