The 4 red defenders need to prevent the 3 oncoming blueattackers from finding a way through the defence, whilstalso blocking off the through ball to blue 4 who is waitingfor the ball on the edge of the goal area
To start with blue 4 should stand still, as a stationary passing option.As the drill progresses allow them to move along the goal area - forcing thedefenders to make more decisions - thinking about their positioning and whetherthey should go and block the attacker in front of them or maintain their positionin front of the goal hanging player?
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