45 x 30 pitch
set midfield up in shape 4-2-3-1.
Mini goals.
equal teams.
How to play.
Blue team must retreat to middle third, when Reds start from thier goal line.
Defending team can only win it back in middle third of defensive third.
Goals can only be scored from Attacking third.
Body shape to defend - play on the front foot to win the ball.
use the back foot to block tackle.
Fast feet.
Counter attack with pace.
in more ways than one
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