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Defending Principles (Part 2 - Session 12)

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DESCRIPTION

2v2 (18-22 mins)

Organisation:

Mirrored practice
Mini Goals
Markers for starting points

Key Points:

Attackers start practice by passing
Defenders can step in and protect
Pressure + Cover

Progressions:

Can players win the ball in opposition half
If attackers get in defending half they get a point

COACHING POINTS

1st start with players at the side of the goal, give option to pass or dribble to start the practice
Progress by starting attackers from different positions, this will challenge defenders and their approach. Still let the attackers decide wheaten to dribble or pass
Focus on working as a unit in your coaching points as you worked on individual defending in session 1. Closest to the ball approach, other players covers. If the ball shifts switch roles quickly, important to stay compact and on an angle.

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