Overview & Motivation
Improve ability to progress possession under pressure by receiving between lines
Physical Setup
2 full goals. 36x50 field split in half Three 7 minute rounds.
Instructions
- You must play into the attacking half before you can score - Neutrals have 1 touch - Neutrals can't play or receive the line breaking pass into the attacking half - Player who completed the line breaking pass can join in the attacking half - Round 1: Must be a pass over the line - Round 2: Can dribble over the line - Round 3: Neutrals can cross into the box from a backwards pass
Coaching Points
In Possession: - Find pockets of space to receive the ball - First round is going to be difficult in the attacking half when 3v4. Constant movement and a quick bounce pass is important - There are no set number of passes required, just need to be patient and pick the right moment - Recognize you've got a 7v3 advantage in your build phase, make them chase Out of Possession: - Shield the progressive passes - Pick your moment to press as a unit, then go full intensity to have counter to goal opportunities inside the 18 - Stay tight to your opposition so that they can't turn
Progressions
- Bonus point for a 1st touch finish - Add bonus points for completing x amount of passes - Require build phase to complete x amount of passes
Key Players
6s: Keep moving and find passing angles off the back shoulder of the pressing 3. Receive with your back foot to progress once the front 3 press is broken. Don't just go back