A good first touch is key to creating time and space to make a decision what to do next – Pass, Dribble or Shoot. Move into position to receive the ball using feet, chest or thigh. Create a good angle to receive the ball away from the defending player Be open to the play and scan before receiving to see where the danger lies Use the arms for balance Keep the head steady Move quickly into space

Dribble using the leg furthest away from the defender and try to use the outside of the foot Try to take the defender into areas that are more attacking to take the initiative Use feints and skills to create space and give time on the ball Finish on goal as soon as possible Movement is key to keeping the defender at bay Be ready for quick transition if the ball is lost

Always know where the ball is and player they are marking Position the body sideways so reaction speed is faster Be on balls of feet so reaction also quicker Use defensive feints to trouble the attacker and cause mistakes When attacker is close eyes on ball not on player Don't jump in and make it easier for the attacker If beaten by the attacker's skill sprint to the goal to defend it The defence must keep their lines tight and narrow so as not to get beaten. It is very important that defenders win the second ball after an attacking player shoots on goal. Be ready for quick transition if the ball is won

Players pass and move through the thirds

Tactics
11 -18

Third Man Running

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Written by Charlie Pomroy

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This is one of my favourite drills working on how players can effect the game without the ball with a deeper focus on getting runners in behind.

Coaching Objectives

Lots of repittion of forward passes from deep.
Improve combination play between attacking players
Encourage forward players to be unselfish in their movement with them always providing an outlet.

Drill Setup

40 Mins
6v6+4 Players
2 Goals
6 black 4 yellow Bibs
30 x 60 y

What the Players Do

Session begins without a ball and players allowed to move freely. The player with their hand on their head has possession. To pass they call a teammate who puts their hand on their head and the first…

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