97-P6 · Small-sided game · U12 up to adult
Build from the Back Game (352)
Build from the Back Game (352) is a small-sided game for U12 up to adult teams (12 players, 30 × 40 yards) that works on passing, movement and overloads.
This small-sided game challenges players to break down defensive pressure and build attacks from the back effectively in a 352.
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2:07 - Age group
- U12 up to adult
- Players
- 12 players
- Area
- 30 × 40 yards (1/3 Pitch)
- Time
- 25–35 minutes
- Goalkeeper
- Yes
- Coaches
- 1
- Practice type
- Small-sided game
- Coach level
- Intermediate (C Licence)
How it's set up
This small sided game takes place in a 30 by 40-yard area divided into three zone and focuses on developing build up play. The objective in zone one is to create opportunities to receive in space, with a back three up against a front two press. When a player receives the ball in space, they can step into the middle zone, creating a 4 v 3 overload. From there, players can combine to create opportunities and work towards a shot on goal.If the defenders win possession in any zone, they can counter-attack and finish in either of the two mini-goals.
Key coaching points
- Quick passing to create space for CB to step forward in 1st zone
- Focus on quick ball circulation to exploit the 4 v 3 overload in the middle zone
- Find free players either directly or indirectly with combinations
Also in the full practice
- 2 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
- 3 player questions to check understanding during the practiceIn Club
- The coach-led video (2:07) how to set it up and deliver itIn Club
- Add it to your team's Dugout drop it into a session plan with your warm-up and gameIn Club
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