Set up as shown. Five defenders and a goalkeeper shape up as a (1)2-3, with attackers starting as two central players and two wide players. Central attacking players start with the ball and aim to penetrate the defence to score (award two goals if goal is scored in box). Two wide players should come inside to assist play and aim to score. Defenders can counter as a progression.
Speed of play and passing, off the ball movement (between lines), using movement to attack even with underload, using quick intercahnges to score.
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