Drill explained Defender starts with ball and plays a pass to Attacker A Attacker A dribbles at the defender and then passes to Attacker B Attacker B takes a quick touch out in front of the feet and hits a shot at goal Important Points Defender is passive initially to facilitate and ensure success in drill When Attackers are having consistent success; defenders can intercept
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