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Linking Defenders and Attackers
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  • 11 - 15

Linking Defenders and Attackers

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dave

Written by Dave Clarke

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Linking up through midfield is a much better way of keeping possession than trying to bypass it. This is essential to build up play in a match.

Coaching Objectives

  • Support play with good position
  • Scan before receiving
  • Be diagonal to the ball
  • Pass into player's runs
  • Receive on the back foot
  • Be open to the play when receiving
  • Vertical passes between the lines
  • Position yourself very well when carrying out the support.
  • Move away from the opponent to gain time to carry out the next action.

 

Drill Setup

  • 20 Mins
  • 16 Players
  • 4 Bibs
  • 40 x 15 y

What the Players Do

Starting game Split the area into two end zones of 15 yards and a central zone of 10 yards. Set up with players in a 4v2 at one end and 5v2 at the other. Start with three waiting midfielders who do…

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