Drill 1 Links:
The midfield need to transfer the ball twice before feeding the striker who makes a double lead in any direction.
Once the striker then receives the ball he needs to post up and roll the ball out.
The game scenario is then active creating a 4v3.
The defenders occupy zones whilst the transfer occurs. Once the striker bounces the ball back the defenders step and the attack starts.
Drill 1 Defenders:
The defenders need to transfer the ball twice/three times before feeding any striker who makes a double lead in any direction.
The free defender holds the hotline for an interception.
Once any striker receives the ball from any defender (that defender jons the attack making it a 4v4) and the remaining defenders shift into a back 3 for counter cover.
If the defenders win the ball they play it out into the yellow cones.
Key Points:
Change appoint of attack.
Vision and looking for connection.
Movement off the ball.
Man 2 man marking and counter cover.
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