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How to set the team up to defend a team that play the high ball over the top for thier fast forward to run on too

NicholasCoach, England

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Ian MarshCoach, England

Hi Nicholas,

you're not looking for a specific formation here - what you should do is stick with the formation which your team are most comfortable with and then practice moving up and dropping off as a unit when the long ball is played. By moving together as a unit your players will be able to catch the opposition's striker offside or will be in a good position to clear the high ball.

This week's session of the week covered how to defend as a unit against teams who play the ball over the top.

Hope this helps,
Alex

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