Setup: Use 1/8 or 1/6 pitch. 4 attackers (inc. 2 wingers + 1 high forward) 2 defenders (1 deep and 1 high to pressure the ball) Attackers try to score. Play 4-5 rounds, then switch defenders. Attackers should rotate roles each round. Attackers' shape: Not including the high forward, who drifts to which ever side of pitch the ball is in, the other 3 attackers should try to maintain a triangle formation. Variation: 7 players: either 5v2, with the additional player as a centre-midfielder who cannot be tackled and whose job is to distribute ball or 4v3, with additional player as an extra defender.
Intended for U13 players but suits other levels.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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