DESCRIPTION: - Play regular 5v5 field (inc keepers) but mark out end zones - CONDITION 1: Each team leaves 1 defender in the end zone - CONDITION 2: 1 Attacker with the ball can enter opponents end zone, no other players from either team allowed
COACHING POINTS: - Maintain close control where there is little space - Big touches into open space
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