Right Side Line hit out (Our left)
CF threaten pass to RCB and immediately pressure if he receives it. Aware of RCB LF on the line forcing ball inside. RF infield and in line with RCB. Threatening both RCB and LB LM and LB ready to step in front of defenders to intercept if possible. Do not allow easy receive. Other Def/Midfielders shoulder to shoulder with their markers, ready to step in front SW - Covers line to goal
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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