4v2 overall, with 3v2 in one box and 1 attacker in the other. The 1 can swap, but must always be a 3v2 in the other box. Aim is for the attack to transfer the ball between boxes - one pass in box before transfer, Defenders try to work in a pair to stop the transfer and win the ball back. If defence win the ball, the extra attacker in the far box joins them for a 3v3 and they try to score in either goal. Attackers try to win the ball back.
Teaching points: Denial of space (prevent long pass that breaks the line of pressure). Understanding press triggers Congestion to space Quick counter attacks Gegenpress
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