Dynamic Rondos: Fluid Circulation, Defensive Transitions, and Coordinated Press

This training session focused on rondos combines one-touch play, defensive transitions, and possession play, drawing inspiration from the Benitez methodology to develop ball circulation and coordinated press.

Drill #1

Combinations with a one-touch play circuit and supporting player

Ideal as a warm-up, this exercise is a great way to get started. Remember to emphasize the importance of verbal communication, as well as visual communication (off-the-ball runs and movements). This drill was used during a session at Liverpool by Jurgen Klopp....

Drill #2

Rondo and Switch of Play in 4 Zones by Rafael Benitez

Used by Rafael Benitez at Napoli, this drill will force your players to stay constantly engaged in the game and continuously offer solutions, thanks to the rule of a maximum of 4 passes....

Drill #3

Defensive transitions after loss in rondo games

Immediate reaction work upon losing possession through successive rondo sequences. Ideal as a warm-up for a session focused on counter-pressing....

Drill #4

Possession game in double zone with coordinated press

Possession and organized pressing drill in two adjacent zones to work on transition and counter-pressing after losing the ball....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Counter-pressing Positional play Defensive recovery / Tracking back Circuit Attacking transition Pressing Build-up play Scanning Overload Rondos Transition Possession

A growing library of 600+ drills

Used by coaches to plan sessions faster, with new drills every week.

Access drills