Specific session on transition phases by J. Klopp

You have surely heard about transition phases? Whether offensive-defensive or defensive-offensive, the transition phase is one of the most important components in modern soccer. This session, inspired by exercises proposed by Jurgen Klopp, will allow your players to work on the different transition phases. Composed of 4 exercises, the objectives of this session will be to implement a press immediately upon losing possession and to make a strong forward run as soon as the ball is recovered. Quick decision-making and counter-pressing will be of paramount importance.

Drill #1

Jurgen Klopp's offensive combination with a double cross in front of the goal

With this passing drill that ends with a double cross in front of the goal, you will be able to work on different aspects of shooting. Remember to vary the routes whenever you have the opportunity....

Drill #2

Defensive transition on 4 zones by Jurgen Klopp (9vs5)

Great exercise in 9v5 to train your players on build-up play under pressure and reaction time to losing possession, while studying the attacking-defensive transition phase....

Drill #3

J. Klopp: Quick attacks with work on defensive-attacking transitions

Used by Jurgen Klopp during his time at Borussia Dortmund, this drill is perfect for working on quick attacks against a disorganized opponent, and thus perfecting the attacking transition in the high area of the field....

Drill #4

Jurgen Klopp's Attacking-Defensive Transition with a Reduced 6v6 Game

Inspired by a Jurgen Klopp exercise, this 6v6 small-sided game (with 6 neutral players) is ideal for working on transitions, particularly the attacking-defensive transition....

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Shooting Counter-pressing Attacking transition Defensive transition Using width Overload Offensive combinations Counterattack Transition Crosses First touch

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