2vs2
Upon Losing possession of the ball - the team defensing sends one player back to be a GK with one player out as a DF.
The team in possession have 2 out, thus creating a 2vs1.
This game seems very simple but it is very effective.
This game is very good for younger players and creates plenty of repeition in 2vs1 scenarios, and lots of attacking and defending situations.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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