Passing exercise that adds in game like pressure. One team has possession of ball and must make 5 passes before playing a lofted or driven pass into the other box, all while two players from the middle box apply pressure .
utilise the space and numbers as its 4 versus 2, play short quick passes that split the pressing oppoent giving you more time on and off the ball. set up the player with an easy first time lofted pass into the other box.
Always stay on the move and be aware of opponents and space.
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