The session starts with dribbling in a congested area with players varying speed, changing direction into areas where the space is using left and right feet. Next players work in pairs looking to pass and receive – pass to feet in crowded areas, high tempo with good support movement after the pass. Receive on the half turn on the foot furthest from the ball. The final part is to create passing moves in groups of 3 and 4 for team shape, using dribbling to get into positions that make the pass easier.
in more ways than one
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