20 min
12-16 players
Small-sided games
Defending and Delaying in the Final Third in 6v6 (Seniors)
Opposition scenario where the defensive team must delay the attack, protect the penalty area, and prevent shots and crosses before counterattacking towards mini-goals.
Description
Work in the extended penalty area (penalty area + a few meters around), then place 1 goalkeeper with the defensive team, 2 teams of 6 players and 3 mini-goals positioned outside the area for defensive build-up play (see animation).
Sequence of the opposition:
1. The red team attacks to create an...
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