Here the players will play a 2v2 in a small area, the whole idea is to go from a 2v2 into a 1v2 so that they can put 100% pressure on the ball. Whichever team is able to run over the line is allowed to score in the corresponding goal. One player will put pressure on the ball so looking for a pass is difficult. The support player should first look at making sure the long ball is covered. Once they are close enough they will work in a pair to take the ball.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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