Red (Defenders) get a number whilst Yellow (Attackers) get given a letter. The coach will then shout out a pairing such as "D3" or "A2" this will bring Yellow A and Red 2 into a 1v1 battle. This creates random situations such as a wide player attacking a central area or a central player attacking a wide area. It will also promote defenders to instinctively defend recognising dangers and what areas of the pitch to steer attackers too.
Postioning Forcing players into wide areas curved run and engaging high
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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