Defending as a Unit

Very good interactive coaching drills.
Matt

DESCRIPTION

3 teams organised in the grids as shown. The middle grid is the defending unit. Coach or feeder plays the ball into one of the outside teams who look to play the ball amongst themselves until they can play a through ball to the other side. Coach pressure on the ball, how and when? 

Progressions

One attacker is allowed to leave there zone. 

Also one defender can leave the zone. 

Outside playes can look to make a lofted pass. 

Attackers limited to two touhes.

 

COACHING POINTS

Player closest to the ball applies pressure and closes the space. Defender next to him drops off to prevent through ball. They pivot as they attackers shift the ball around to close the gaps and squueze the attackes. 

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