Ball starts with GK who plays out to defence. Play ball in to blue team in opposing half. Blues build until they can find feet of blue striker and then build attack from there. Two blues can advance to create 4V4. Progression - Three blues can attack with one red recovering also allowed. If defenders win ball they must try to hit yellow coned areas.
Remaining tight as a back four unit. Full backs tucking in. Offer depth in cover.
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