20x30 yard grids
Play a 3v3 tournament to small goals with the rule that players may only mark a pre-designated member of the opposition.
This will produce sometimes awkward sequences of play, but it does serve to highlight the responsibilities of each player in individual defending situations. Play 8 minute games and assure that each team plays at least 3 games.
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Set pieces account for roughly a third of all goals in football, yet many coaches spend surprisingly little time coaching defensive organisation at corners and free kicks. This article compares zonal and man marking systems, explores hybrid approaches, and provides a practical session structure for building set piece resilience into your team.
A player's first touch determines everything that follows: whether they can play forward, turn, or simply retain the ball. This article explores why training first touch in isolation is not enough, and how to design sessions that develop this critical skill under realistic game pressure.
The coaching methodology revolution sweeping grassroots football - and how to implement it at your club this season.
