Split your group into two teams. One team go onto the pitch. The coach calls for one defender to run onto the pitch and try to get the ball. After 5 passes the coach calls for that defender to leave and another defender to run onto the pitch. Run this practice for each team and then start again but with two defenders. If the defenders win the ball they can score in the goal.
Prep touch into space away from pressure. Movement off the ball is key. Can we play 2 touch/1 touch soccer. Focus on receiving the ball on your back foot.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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