15 min
12-24 players
Small-sided games
Small-sided game in 4v4 with 4 players providing support in the defensive third (U17)
Exercise with 3 teams of 4 to work on managing danger in the final third, effectively closing down shooting and crossing angles, and defensive cohesion around the goalkeeper.
Description
Use an area slightly larger than the penalty box in width and depth and organize your group into 3 teams of 4 players:
• Blues: attackers
• Reds: defenders in front of the goalkeeper
• Yellows: support team on the sides
Exercise procedure:
1. The play starts with a pass from the support team to...
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