Players learn that in pairs one player presses the ball with the other player covering the space in behind goalside of the first player and in a position to see the player and their own goal – so they need a side-on stance. The idea is to prevent direct attacks on goal forcing play away from danger areas with good pressing
Players will improve their ability to maintain possession under pressure, time passes to bypass defenders, and move effectively to support progression. Players will improve their ability to maintain possession under pressure, time passes to bypass defenders, and move effectively to support progression.
For this drill you need to create an areas 15 x 10 yards split into three zones with 8 players, bibs, cones and balls. Play this drill for 15 minutes
Develop players’ ability to maintain possession, switch play, and identify passing lanes under pressure while enhancing spatial awareness and support play.
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