Soccer: 9 v 9 Wide Play

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DESCRIPTION

Setup: 50 x 40 with wide zone for full backs / wingers

Explanation:

 

  • Ball starts with either the coach or either GK.
  • Once the ball is in play, the defending team are tasked with getting immediate pressure on the ball from front to back.
  • 1st and 2nd defenders show press aggressively and force the opposition to play backwards or side wards or long.
  • Look for clear communication from players in positions behind to help support the closest players to the ball.
  • Aim is to win the ball back and counter attack quickly or regain controlled possession.

COACHING POINTS

4 (CDM)

  • Can you help the 10s with instructions on when to press and who should press the ball?

10 (ACM)

  • Can you immediately apply intense pressure on the ball carrier if you are in a position to get close to them?
  • Can you identify whether you can press the ball or fill gaps if you are too far away from the ball carrier?

9 (FW)

  • Can you apply some pressure from behind if our midfield turn over the ball and you are in a position to press the ball carrier?
  • Can you dictate the oppositions decisions by your angle of pressure on the ball?

2/3s (WBKs)

  • Can you force the ball carrier inside to our numbers if you can not directly win the ball back ?
  • Can you be in a position to provide a pressing overload on the ball carrier?

All players

  • Can you prevent the ball carrier from playing a forward pass?

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