Defend, Defend, Defend
Develop individual and collective defending behaviours in a compact shape. Focus on defending outnumbered, regaining possession, and transitioning to counter with discipline.
Pitch Setup
Setup
- ✓The session begins with one of the four defenders (black) playing a pass into the attacking team (green).
- ✓The attackers (green) now play 6v4 inside the main area, aiming to score in any of the five mini-goals along the top line.
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