Speed of play is important for receiving and passing. Good passing helps players to control the ball and make decisions easier.

Timing of the pass is key to how the player receives the ball whether a through ball for the player to run on to or a switch of play.

Try to move the ball quickly, using a maximum of one or two touches. Try to get players to use one touch passing and only to depend on a second touch when they have to control a poor pass.

Pass Around The Press | Passing Soccer Drills

Midfielder can jump in and help out when defenders are facing a high press that would spell disaster if they lost the ball.

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Coaching Objectives

Defenders need to stay calm and pass the ball when they are being pressed. Passing lanes and player movement is key to success.

Enhance defenders' ability to pass around the opposition press, fostering composure and strategic decision-making in possession.

Drill Setup

20 Mins
11 Players
4 Goals
6 Bibs
40 x 30 y

What the Players Do

Place two target goals at each end. Split the area so that the central area is 20 yards split in two and the end zones are 10 yards but they are split into two boxes in front of each goal. Players are…

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