Half Pitch game (depending on space and age group)
- Attackers should always have one more player than the other team. Some players may not be on, so swap every three plays. Get the defenders to clear the ball (to make sure they know their principles still)
- Focus on attacking
- Can players take them on down the line? Can they use skills to take them on. Can they dribble at defenders to take them out for place? Can other players create space for their team mates to make runs
This week focus more on creating the opportunity than finishing right now!
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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