Principles
1. principle: Guiding the attackers away from the goal
2. principle: Stay between the ball and the goal
3. principle:
Exercise
Name: 2v2 1v1
Rules: Attack starts from center (2v2) or wide area (1v1 into 4v4)
Variations:
Groups: Defenders and attackers
Coaches roles
Coach in charge: Iikka (central defenders)
Assistant coaches: Savvas (Full backs)
Area
Size: 25x60m
Shape:
Location: Large field
Physical
Sets: Defenders change after every action
Rest activity:
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