8v8 OBJECTIVE Red (Attackers) score in goal as per normal match. Black (Defenders) score by passing through green cones. Black Communication 1. Presser "[name] to!" (2,5,6 and 8) 2. Cover and Balance "[name] watch runner",
Individual Defender 1. Goal Side/Ball Side 2. Distance - Min arm length, prevent being rolled, able to intercept ball. 3. Role - Presser hold up play, stop forward momentum. (only tackle if can win the ball. Cover - Cover the most obvious/dangerous pass Balance - Multiple players, covering other players and space. Def Unit 1. Swing Left and right to match play 2. Play out from back, "arrogant", tire No9. 3. 2 and 5 support attack.
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