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78 min
4 drills
U12 - Seniors

Creating and exploiting numerical advantage through playing between the lines and movement

This session focuses on playing with a numerical advantage through drills that develop ball circulation between the lines, coordinated movements, and quick decision-making. The objective is to control the spaces and create situations that unbalance the opponent.

Drill #1

Direct play with a double 4v1 and a central zone

Direct play with a double 4v1 and a central zone

20 min
12-18 joueurs
Small-sided games
U17 - Seniors
4v1 possession drill with a focus on direct play, while under pressure from a defender. A high-paced session to be introduced after a thorough warm-up!...

Drill #2

Creating a numerical advantage in a possession game across 3 zones

Creating a numerical advantage in a possession game across 3 zones

25 min
15-21 joueurs
Tactical
U17 - Seniors
Used by Guardiola at FC Barcelona (B team) in 2008, this possession exercise with a numerical advantage is perfect for training your players to utilize the advantage of numbers during an attacking phase....

Drill #3

Movement off the ball, passes into space, and 1v1 duels

Movement off the ball, passes into space, and 1v1 duels

15 min
6-18 joueurs
Tactical
U12 - U15
In this drill, players will have the opportunity to work on various aspects such as getting open, off-the-ball runs, and proper timing of passes. It can be used in different age groups....

Drill #4

6v3 Game: Playing between the lines and reactive movement

6v3 Game: Playing between the lines and reactive movement

18 min
9-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U17 - Seniors
Through a 6v3 warm-up exercise, your players practice continuous off-the-ball movement. They also improve their game management and their movement reaction to position themselves between opposing players....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Positional play Build-up play Duels Gaps Overload Possession Dribbling

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