This opposed practice is focused on midfield players regaining possession and developing and finishing attacks In the attacking transition phase. In a 40 x 25 Yard area, we had 3 zones as shown. The reds play in a 231 against Whites in a 122.

Set Up:
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13 Players | 25 Mins | 30x20 Yds | 15-20 | 3 Bib Sets | 2 Minis |
The objective is for the Reds to regain possession with their overload and counter into the striker to finish in a 1 v 1 or 2 v 1.
Key Coaching Points
Tactical - Recognise pressing triggers as a unit and counter effectively
Technical - Defending technique and ability to penetrate with forward passes
Progressions
Allow White striker to drop in to create 3 v 3 to progress the play
Player Questions
How can you break into the final third quickly to create 1 v 1 and 2 v 1 situations on the counter?