Small sided games! Try to keep it 3v3 or 4v4 so they are not over crowded and they get used to what it will be like on game days.
- Spread out! Don't get bunched up! More space means more time. - Head up! Try to find your team-mates if you run out of space. - Attack together and Defend together!
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