2 more attackers than defenders. Attackers start with ball. They try to pass through triangle to a team-mate for 1 pt. Switch roles after [3] pts. If defenders can steal and carry the ball to pitch edge, switch roles. Variations: Give the attackers [3] chances (balls) to score, then switch defenders. With GK: GK defends outside the triangle (to practice closing down+footwork) GK 'keeps goal' inside the triangle (to practice blocks/kicks)
This game can be used as a warm-up or to practice possession, for example.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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