Utilize the thirds of the field, enforcing that within the middle third, players only have 1 touch.
Midfielders will get closed down quickly as it's typically the most crowded part of the field.
Must be looking around before receiving the ball, so they know where the options are for a 1-touch pass.
Know where the space is for their wingers/wing backs to run on to.
Attackers and defenders must learn to move and create options for their mids - there is no standing around to wait on the ball.
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