Organisation 40x30/50x40 Split pitch into thirds Have players stick to their thirds as shown Method Aim is to play through the thirds to score Can only score in final third
Key factors Gk distribution Early decision Quality first (see it, do it) Pass into space to encourage forward play Pass into feet Make use of the goal area Type of distribution Outfield Create space Body position Decision making (run/pass) type of pass
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