Yellow start attacking and blue defend. 1st ball: 1v1 2nd ball:2v1 3rd ball:3v2 4th ball:4v3 Only proceed onto next ball if goal is scored, gone past group of attackers or gone on too long Starting positions are as per image Blues win possession they attack goal on opposite side (No Gk just open goal=dribble through)
Quick transition and setup Commuinication is key Attacking must use extra player to their advantage Movement of ball but getting shots away should be encouraged Calm and relaxed by attackers Defenders winning possession-counter attack mindset
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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