15 min
12-20 players
Tactical

Marcelo Bielsa: working on build-up play against a high press

Excellent double circuit used by Marcelo Bielsa, which is ideal for working on build-up play against a high press.

Description

Define a space of approximately 35x55m and divide it into 2 equal zones (see animation). Then place 2 mannequins (or constri-foot) in each zone, as well as 4 cones as indicated in the diagram. Finally, place a mini-goal in each zone. The ball sources are located at the start of each of the 2 zone...

Marcelo Bielsa: working on build-up play against a high press

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