Small pitch, i.e. use the circle. One goal at each end, or 2 mini goals. Pairs have 20 seconds to score. Change a pair every 20 seconds or after every goal. Variations: 2 pairs vs 1 pair Introduce an attacking joker, i.e. the coach
Aims of the game: high intensity, fast changeovers adapting to changing situation lots of goalscoring lots of time on the ball one-two passing
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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