
1 Gk + 4v4 inside the sq + 4 neutral on outside working for possession team. Size area to suit skill level Rotate teams every 5 min Neutral players work with attacking team to create 1st touch shooting opportunites Rules Neutral players #7 & #11 allowed to cross ball 1st time only Neutral players #8 & #6 can shoot 1st time Aim Attacking team to score as many goals as possible. Defending team to minimise number of shots. Progression minimise number of touches from attacking team Incorporate an offside line (penalty spot??) to focus timed passes/runs
Timed runs penetration passes communication Use of fakes and feints Confidence to shoot 1st time
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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