4v4 in the central area, with 2 goalkeepers plus 2 floating players supporting the team in possession. The defending team are now looking to close and press as a unit, covering each other and the target area. Offsides to apply.
The four defenders now have to work together and COMMUNICATE Think about distance between each other.... don't bunch Check for running off the ball Stay goal side of attackers whenever possible. Press as high up the pitch as possible working as a unit all the time.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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