Movement for defenders

In the drill the lone defender should try not to be drawn from their position too soon by the attackers If the defenders cover the moves in the penalty area they can cut off the passing line to put pressure on the attacker who will not have a pass “on” If the defenders goes to the player on the ball too quickly they can be beaten by a pass or change of pace from the attacker Defenders need good body shape to cut off the pass or move quickly if the attacking player dribbles forward The defender must press the player on the ball to try to move them away from the danger areas

Defending
11 -15

Recovering Defenders

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Written by Dave Clarke

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A dynamic drill that trains defenders to recover quickly and attackers to exploit numerical advantages in a fast-paced transition scenario.

Coaching Objectives

Develop defenders’ recovery runs, positioning, and communication while improving attackers’ decision-making, movement, and finishing in a numerical advantage situation.

Drill Setup

20 Mins
10 Players
1 Goals
4 Bibs
20 x 10 y

What the Players Do

Initial Setup: Mark a five-yard box opposite the goal. Three defenders start inside this box. Three attackers position themselves five yards closer to the goal. One…

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