Close the middle to force the play outside

Session focused on shielding the central area by covering the gaps. Work on collective positioning, distances between lines, and closing down vertical passes.

Drill #1

Midfield Line: Advancing and Defending as a Team

Ideal for learning to counterattack quickly and advance as a team. The defensive aspect is also present in this exercise, perfect for working your defenders!...

Drill #2

Collective Defensive Positioning in Zonal Marking

In a 7v7 on a half-field, you work with your defenders and central midfielders on collective zonal defensive positioning and the quick reformation of the defensive block....

Drill #3

Zonal Defense in 6v6: Marking, Cover, and Balance

By having the defense work on zonal marking starting from a 6v6, your players improve on various tactical concepts: getting open, defensive cover, and balance to prevent the through ball....

Drill #4

Information Gathering on a Sequence of Passes in 4v4

Perfect warm-up exercise to work on information gathering before, during, and after the pass. It will require your players to be attentive to their surroundings while emphasizing the technical aspect of passing....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Shooting Passes Positional play Defensive recovery / Tracking back Circuit Attacking transition Defensive transition Cognitive Scanning Endurance Gaps Using width Transition

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