51-P8 · Wave of play · U15 up to adult
False 9 Link Up Play to Attack
False 9 Link Up Play to Attack is a wave of play for U15 up to adult teams (14 players, 30 × 40 yards) that works on movement, finishing and defending.
This wave practice develops the false 9’s ability to link play in the final third and combine with wingers to attack at speed.
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1:59 - Age group
- U15 up to adult
- Players
- 14 players
- Area
- 30 × 40 yards (1/3 Pitch)
- Time
- 30–35 minutes
- Goalkeeper
- Yes
- Coaches
- 2
- Practice type
- Wave of play
- Coach level
- Advanced (B Licence)
How it's set up
This high-tempo wave practice develops the false 9’s ability to link play in the final third and create space for teammates through intelligent movement and combinations. Players are challenged to attack with speed, support runs in behind, and transition quickly between attacking and defending, reinforcing sharp decision-making and purposeful actions around the box.
Key coaching points
- False 9 must receive on the half turn to attack quickly
- Wide players time runs - exploit space in behind defenders
- Finish early when space is available - act quickly in the final 3rd
Also in the full practice
- 2 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
- The coach-led video (1:59) 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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