Possession Game by Claudio Ranieri on 4 Mini-Pitches
Used by Claudio Ranieri during a training session at Leicester, this dynamic drill is perfect for getting your players to work on the defensive-to-attacking transition in the high area of the field.
Description
In a space of approximately 40x40m, mark out 4 identical squares and then place 8 mini goals as shown in the diagram. Then form 2 teams of 5 players each and 4 neutral players (who will be positioned in each of the mini-fields).
The exercise will proceed as follows:
1. The game starts with a 5v...
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