White player 1 and 2 have decided between them who will take the self pass (without the defender knowing)
On the whistle both white players run to take the self pass but only one comes back with the ball. The defender can try and stop them scoring.
Player taking the self pass can shoot or pass to other player.
Next pair decide between them and get ready.
Defender swaps with the player missing the goal.
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