15 min
14-18 players
Small-sided games

Attacking transition of José Mourinho with quick attacks in 5v3 (U17)

Used by José Mourinho, this exercise will allow you to set up game situations where the speed of the defensive-attacking transition is crucial, in order to take advantage of a numerical advantage.

Description

Mark out a large area of 25x40m that you will divide into 3 zones: a central zone of 25x20m, then 2 final third zones of 25x10m each. Then place a goal on each side and form teams of 8 to 10 players with a goalkeeper. Set up a 5vs3 in the central zone, with the rest of the players positioned behi...

Attacking transition of José Mourinho with quick attacks in 5v3

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