Defend in a block and exploit the gaps to switch of play

Complete session combining defensive rigor and quick attacking transitions. After a dynamic warm-up with the ball, players work on collective positioning, managing 3v3 situations, and exploiting gaps to switch of play effectively.

Drill #1

Warm-up with the ball, dribbling, and slalom

Running, dribbling, and slalom are on the agenda for this warm-up used at Tottenham at the start of the season. Very simple to set up and can be duplicated if you have a large number of players....

Drill #2

José Mourinho's 3v3 with two external zones and passes between the lines

Used at Chelsea, this drill consists of a 3v3 possession game with two external zones. It will help your players work on passing angles and playing between the lines....

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

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....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Dribbling Attacking transition Defensive transition Fun Game Pressing Scanning Endurance Gaps Using width Overload Transition

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