Coordinated pressing and quick forward run with numerical advantage

This pressing session develops ball retention under pressure and quick transitions through possession exercises with a numerical advantage and space-switching games, ideal for improving reaction to losing the ball and offensive verticality.

Drill #1

4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players

4v4+1 possession exercise where the team in possession must connect their corner players by making a minimum number of passes in the central area....

Drill #2

Fast-paced 3v1 play with speed and agility work

Quick possession game in 3v1 where the reds must finish in a mini-goal before the central player touches the mannequin....

Drill #3

Luis Enrique: Switch of play in a dynamic 3v3 with a neutral player

This exercise used by Luis Enrique is ideal for working on communication and anticipation during a press. It is also very easy to set up!...

Drill #4

4v2 Possession Game with River Crossing

Classic possession game in 4v2 with a central river and quick attacking-defensive transitions....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Fun Game Pressing Cognitive Scanning Agility Gaps Overload Explosive strength Rondos Support Possession

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