Main Practice for training session.
Building up from back in central areas.
Shape 1-2-3-1 v 2-3-1 plus target player.
Reds score by passing through the gates to blue target player.
Blues score by winning ball back and scoring goal.
Start with red team GK passing to either CB.
Red team look to establish good posession to build and score to blue target player between either gates.
Blue target player will pass to blue to transition.
Blue team score by shooting into the goal.
Create width and depth to establish good starting positions.
Good quality and selection of pass (accuracy,timing,weight and disguise)
Create space and options in front of ball by midfield players making opposite movements away from the ball.
Look for penetrating runs with or without ball to create space.
Provide quick support - no gaps between units.
Maintain players at the back to provide cover and balance to manage transition.
Combination play (wall pass)
End product.
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