Counter-pressing in the attacking zone

Session focused on immediate ball recovery after losing possession in the opponent's half. Work on the coordination of the press, the compact block, and the coverage of passing lanes to disrupt the opponent's build-up play.

Drill #1

Pressing and possession play in an 8v4 (+6)

8v4 possession game with 6 support players that will allow your players to work on the attacking-defensive transition, as well as pressing upon losing the ball....

Drill #2

Counter-pressing work by J. Nagelsmann in 10v10 with 4 goals

Used by Julian Nagelsmann at RB Leipzig, this 10v10 exercise with 4 mini-goals will allow you to multiply counter-pressing situations....

Drill #3

José Mourinho's Counter-pressing Upon Losing Possession in 4v4 (+4)

Exercise used by José Mourinho at Real Madrid, it will allow you to work on counter-pressing in an 8v4 situation with 4 support players. Be sure to close down spaces immediately after losing possession!...

Drill #4

Warm-up with a small-sided game focused on counter-pressing

This drill is ideal for a warm-up before a session focused on counter-pressing work. Remember to gradually increase the intensity during the exercise....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Counter-pressing Attacking transition Defensive transition Pressing Build-up play Transition Possession

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