20 min
15-18 players
Tactical

Marcelo Bielsa: Build-up play under pressure and switch of play in 8v6

Used by Marcelo Bielsa, this drill, in the form of 8v6 game sequences, is ideal for training your players in build-up play and game construction under pressure.

Description

Using the two-thirds of the field, place 2 small goals about 15-20 yards from the halfway line. Then, mark out 2 zones starting from the penalty area up to the midfield (see animation). Use cones to form on one side a 3-3-2 (team defending the large goal) and on the other side a 4-2 (opposing tea...

Marcelo Bielsa: Build-up play under pressure and switch of play in 8v6

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