20 min
12-18 players
Small-sided games
Possession play and high press in 2 zones (U18)
Used by Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham, this exercise is ideal for working on the high press on the field and quick transitions. Emphasize the importance of executing the press collectively.
Description
Mark out a large 30x40m area that you will divide into two equal zones. Also, place 2 zones of 5m wide at each end of the central area (see diagram). Form 2 teams of 6 players, with one player from each team in the small outer zones.
The exercise starts with a 5v5 in one of the two central zones...
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