Positional Drill 5v5 +2 (Goalkeeper)
formation 2-1-2 inside the square (Offensive team)
Offensive team must do 5 consecutive passes and then find the goalkeeper at the opposite end.
After passing the ball to the Joker, both teams have to switch and restart the same pattern.
The offensive team when loses the ball must apply high pressure in order to recover the ball and not let the team with the ball exit the square.
If the ball is recovered, the defending team becomes the attacking team and must restart the same objectif.
Variations
Number of touches 2-1
be ready to defend even when having the ball. always be well positioned in order to pressure the opponent and recover the ball as soon as possible.
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