
Simple 3 on two starting from a leading pass. Combines the two taught options of curling out right on the attack, which will lead to further options being built. Aim is not to let things become to constructed
CF focus on dragging defender out to create space, either with run or when receiving the ball. LW focus on being involved in the play, rather than just hanging out in the circle.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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