6 x 6 - Focus on Wide Play Players will implement skills they have practiced in Crossing & Finishing drills Attackers attack the main goal focusing on getting the ball to the wide player and 'framing' the goal Attackers should target Near Post, Far Post, Penalty Spot and the Edge of the Area Defensive team should play on the counter attack aiming to score in the smaller goals set up on each wing Only the wide Defensive and Attacking players can enter the safety zones on either side of the pitch
Encourage the Players to incorporate principles learnt in Crossing and Finishing drills Encourage the Attackers to play the ball early and as high and wide as possible When possession is gained encourage the Defenders to look to play the ball into the channels
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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