pitch 20 x 30(w) Defenders learn to 'manage space' if they win the ball can they attack quickly (pass/ dribble through red goal) Attackers can we make the pitch big (wide) can they identify space can attackers 'switch the ball' ASK PLAYERS WHY THIS MIGHT BE GOOD IN A GAME SITUATION? Attackers- move the ball quickly pass or dribble
MANAGE SPACE with or without ball (A) identify space and move/ make run into that space Identify gaps/ windows (D) can you close the windows (D) work together communication
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