Red attacks towards goal, looks to score. If they lose possession they should counterpress to win it back and prevent blue from building out. Blue should look to build out to restraining lines. Once they build beyond restraining lines (pass or dribble) they have 5 seconds to shoot or cross to finish. Switch offense/defense.
Transition to defense as quickly as possible to win ball back, press heavily. Convert to attack.
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