Organization:
4v4 plus neutral central midfielder. Small goals in the corners. Field 25 yards long, 30/40 yards wide. Small goals in each corner. Teams can score on two goals. If possible, play 2.5 minute games with 1 minute rest in between.
Coaching Points:
Defending Team:
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Make the field small by moving together towards the ball.
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Stay compact. Work hard.
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Pressure the ball at the right moment and win it back.
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Don’t let the opponent play the ball forward. Protect the small goals. Force them back.
Attacking Team:
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Play in diamond shape and make the field as large as possible.
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Recognize when to break the vertical line; busy on one side, move the ball quickly to the other side.
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Create flow. Value the ball. BVL often.
Players Required:
9