90-P9 · Functional practice · U12 up to adult
CAM Receiving to Attack in the Final Third
CAM Receiving to Attack in the Final Third is a functional practice for U12 up to adult teams (11 players, 50 × 45 yards) that works on passing, movement and overloads.
This functional practice helps attacking midfielders improve their ability to receive between the lines and drive at the defensive unit.
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1:57 - Age group
- U12 up to adult
- Players
- 11 players
- Area
- 50 × 45 yards (1/2 Pitch)
- Time
- 30–40 minutes
- Practice type
- Functional practice
- Coach level
- Advanced (B Licence)
How it's set up
Set up a 50 by 45-yard area divided into three horizontal zones. Defenders are initially restricted to their zones to encourage structure and realistic spacing. A back three builds play patiently, aiming to break lines with passes into two central attacking midfielders (CAMs). Defenders work collectively to block these passes and intercept where possible. If they intercept they simply play back to the deep 3 players and earn a point. If the press is played through and one of the CAM’s receive, they must turn and drive at the back line to create a 3 v 2 attacking scenario, with the objective to combine and finish past the goalkeeper.
Key coaching points
- Timing of pass and movement – arrive in space as pass is played.
- Body shape to receive – open body to play forward quickly.
- Scanning before receiving – check surroundings to identify pressure and forward options early.
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 (1:57) 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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