4 V 3, Mimicing 7,9,10,11 for blue team. 3,4,5 for green team. Green number 4 plays the ball to 3. This is representing a CB passing to RB. Blue team noticing the body shape and position of RB and press. Number 9, cuts off return pass. Number 10, presses the ball. 7, Does not allow the RB to turn forward. If he does he tackles and win ball. 11, blocks the passing lane to the 5, the far CB. Both team have goals to score in.
Can we press when ball is on sideline. Use sideline as extra defender Watch body shape and movements of opposition. Make sure you are contributing and completey your role correctly. - Press player, ball or cut passing lane. Progression Make 4v4, add a left back.
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