Overview & Motivation
Improve ability to build against a 2 man press
Physical Setup
- 3 teams of 4 Plus 2 GKs - 15x10 grids with a 15x5 channel in the middle - 2 minutes of defending or until a goal is scored
Instructions
- Point scored if successfully passed to the other grid - Defending team tries to score in the mini goals - Passes to the other grid must be knee height or lower - No more than 2 defenders in the grid - Minimum of 3 passes before you can transfer to the other grid
Coaching Points
In Possession: - Utilize the width provided to move the opposition - Bait the defenders to press and open up progressive passes - Receive with an open body shape to keep passing lanes open - Fluid positioning to take advantage of a 5v2 Out of Possession: - Stay compact between the lines - Press as a unit - Active defending from the 2 in the channel
Progressions
- Defenders can send a 3rd player after 3 passes - Game to 5 with defenders switching spots with the other team if they score in the mini goals
Key Players
CBs: Look for progressive passes to split the opposition FBs: Don't just stay locked to the sidelines. Move inside and change the angle when appropriate. Be fluid with the positioning.