20 min
12-24 players
Small-sided games
Possession game with quick transitions upon losing the ball
Working on ball possession under pressure with immediate reaction to losing possession to strengthen defensive transition and coordinated pressing.
Description
On a space of 18x12m, divided into two equal zones with a center line, form three teams of four players and add four neutral jokers: two inside the field and one at each outer end. Place four mini-goals about five meters outside the playing area (see variation)
The exercise proceeds as follows:
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