15 min
11-15 players
Tactical

Build-up play from the goalkeeper and alternating between short passing game and direct play

Exercise focused on goalkeeper work and how players move when their goalkeeper has the ball in hand. The goalkeeper's decision-making is essential to determine whether it is preferable to play short or direct.

Description

On a half field, place 2 mini goals on the halfway line then set up a 4v3 in the penalty area as well as two 1v1s on the wings, as shown in the diagram.

The exercise proceeds as follows:
1. The 1st player (A) will deliver a cross into the penalty area, at the penalty spot.
2. The objective is f...

Build-up play from the goalkeeper and alternating between short passing game and direct play

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