Quick Circulation and Transitions with Game Situation Rondos

This training session focused on rondos combines technical work (passing circuit with one-two pass and direct play) and possession phases with quick transitions, to develop ball circulation and changes in defensive-offensive status in real game situations.

Drill #1

Rafael Benitez Passing Circuit with give and go, opening, and direct play

Passing circuit with numerous possible combinations, this drill is ideal for technical work during a warm-up....

Drill #2

Possession game and defensive-attacking transition in a 6v6 (+ 2)

Exercise to work on spacing during the defensive-offensive transition in the attacking third, with this 6v6 possession game including 2 neutral players providing support....

Drill #3

Possession play and defensive-attacking transition with players providing support

Small-sided game with a focus on possession work and an attacking transition, which forms the core of this exercise. Note that several variations are possible....

Drill #4

Possession game and attacking transition with 3 teams of 5

Inspired by a session from José Mourinho at Real Madrid, this exercise focuses on working on the attacking-defensive transitions in the high area of the field. The intensity you demand from your players upon losing the ball will be key during this drill....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Positional play Circuit Attacking transition Defensive transition Pressing Cognitive Scanning Overload Rondos Counterattack Transition Possession

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