
Set up with 2 wing sections 2v1 on each wing. 2v2 in central section. Defender plays out to team A.Must complete set number of passes (4)and play at least 1 pass through the wing , interceptions only in wing area no passing , the strike on goal. Defender then plays to team b and so on.Defender cannot be tackled Progression increase the number of passes , limit the number of touches , allow all players to be tackled
Promote playing out from the back. Promote passing to players in safe areas (space) Promote use of the overload on the wing
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