5v4, Breakout

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Set Up: 

11 players are set up in the defending third, playing 5v4. The five attackers use a back four and a midfielder. The GK begins play with a long pass out to an outside back, and the defenders (in blue) release from the cones with his first touch. From there, the attackers must work the ball out of the back and score in one of the two small goals set up in the midfield. If the defenders win the ball, they attack the big goal. On goals and balls put out of play, the drill is re-started by the GK. 

Coaching Points:

1.  Both outside backs should make runs all the way out to the sidelines.

2.  The holding midfielder (Player 5) must show in the middle when the flanks shut down.

3.  Include the goalkeeper in the attack, and use him to change the ball to the other flank.

Progressions:

1.  Progress to 7v5, Breakout

Players Required: 
11

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