
Make 3 lines of attackers about 15 yards outside the top of the box. Make 1 line of defenders off the end of the field. First two defenders begin even with the penalty spot. Players rotate lines. Players play 2v3 to goal.
First defender should pressure the ball and take away the passing lane to one of the attackers creating a 2v2. Force play wide with other defender pressuring and 1st defender covering.
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