1) 7-a-side match, or 2) If group is larger, split playing area into half and play two adjacent games. Attackers attack the big goals, defenders carry over the central (yellow) line to win the right to attack. Optional: switch teams over halfway through. Variations: To help a weaker side/player: For [x] mins, 1 designated player is immune from tackles, but also can't carry the ball (use them as a pivot or to distribute ball) For [x] mins, that team or player only has to touch the ball to turn it over (i.e. win the ball).
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