3 boxes of same dimensions. To score a goal ball must bassed from outside the box and then received by a teammate in the box. Normal game otherwise. Swith teams around after a period of time or use turnover rule.
Numbers ahead of the ball Creating space all over the pitch Retain ball higher up the pitch Encourage receiving open and on the move to play forward Encourage constant ball movement to open space to carry or pass
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