Make play predictable so additional defender can look for the interception Sliding and screening to prevent forward pass 2nd defender to provide cover and balance, to prevent being played between through

Communication from teammates Quick support from additional defender to apply pressure 3rd defender to get close enough to attack to stop them from receiving and playing forward

Body shape to cut of passing channels and show one way Distances between you and opponent: Winning the ball v dictating play Recognise pressing triggers Use of body and limbs - be physical, make sure they know your there

Preventing Forward Play | Defending Soccer Drills

Being compact and stopping the opposition from playing forward will stop goal scoring opportunities and help the players be more successful in regaining possession

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Coaching Objectives

In this drill players will work on being compact, maintaining good distances and recognise when to press as a defensive unit to prevent the opposition from playing forward.

Drill Setup

30 Mins
8 Players
8 Bibs
30x15 y

What the Players Do

Area split into two halves, 8 players, 2v1 in each area with a target player at each end. Targets play ball into attackers who are encouraged to combine and play forward, rather…

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