20 min
10-12 players
Tactical
Deflection Play and Sequences: Availability and Anticipation
By allowing only the ball carrier to change zones, your players work on layoff play while keeping their focus on the sequence of action: both offering options for the attackers and anticipation for the defenders.
Description
Set up a field of 50m x 15m and divide it into 3 zones across the width. Place 2 small goals. Form 2 teams (blue and red) of 5 players. Place 3 blue players (including 1 goalkeeper) and 1 red player in the zone where the goal that the blue team defends is located. Place 3 red players (including 1...
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