Mini game possession drill - 6v6+2 neutral
Team with possession try to keep the ball for 5 passes+ and then can score in opposite end goals.
Team without possession win the ball back, keep for 5 passes+ and then able to score in oppostine end goals.
2 neutral players play with team in possession of ball only , (cannot score).
Team with possession keep the ball in tight areas, play quickly and find space, finish off with a goal.
Team without possession, ambush a side and press altogether to win the ball back and regain possession, then attack.
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