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  • Defending Transitions Tactics Midfield
  • 11 - 18+

Being Compact

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Written by Abbie Sadler

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Being compact when out of possession is key in stopping the opposition from playing through.

Coaching Objectives

This drill will work with players on being compact, keeping good distances between lines and trying to shape the press to show outside.

 

Drill Setup

  • 25 Mins
  • 18 Players
  • 3 Goals
  • 18 Bibs
  • 60x40 y

What the Players Do

18 players arranged 8v8 plus two neutral players who operate in wide channels.   Ball starts with blue GK.   Aim of the game is to try and play through midfield. Team in…

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