The attacking player passes the ball to the defender to start the drill.
The defender tries to beat the 2 attackers 1 vs 2 and tries to score by the orange beacons. If the attackers turn over possession they score at th egoal against the GK.
The attackers must work together and double defend to turn over the ball.
After their drill practice some footwork through a ladder on the sides of the D.
Double defence
Lost of communication
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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