Community | Defending 2 v 2 (When to press)

Daniel Hayes Coach, England

DESCRIPTION

Outside player plays the ball to Attacking player. Attacking players attempt to reach opposite line or complete a pass to the target player. Defenders decide whether to press or cut off the pass. If defenders regain possession they can shoot at goal

COACHING POINTS

When to press - as the ball is travelling. Can you affect the ball or do you cut off the pass? CommunicationConcentrationPatienceCompactness Speed of approach if pressing - apply brakes and asjust body positionArc run to prevent the forward pass. Nearest Player Presses. Angle of cover/support.

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