Exercise starts with players running through the ladders.
Right forward receives pass from right-midfielder which releases the right-defender at the top of the D.
Attackers aim to score - defenders carry/pass over 23m.
Attackers:
- Strong decisive drive. Focus on body and ball position.
- Head up to see runs and make successful passes.
- Runs off the ball and timing of runs: what is 90 and P? Don't arrive too early.
Defence:
- How to defend baseline run.
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