Players should use the outside of the foot to dribble so that the player can keep the ball away from the defender and make it difficult to steal the ball. Never lose control over the speed of the ball, speed up or slow down the ball’s speed. If we lose control over the speed of the ball the possibility of losing possession of the ball greatly increases.

Look to make sure all the players are participating, they are all looking to open passing lines and give options to the player with the ball. Nobody should be hiding, they all need to want the ball. Really focus on the players’ positioning, movement and decision-making.

When the opponent is defending up close, the attacking player should protect the ball with the foot furthest from the defender and use his body to block off the defender.

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Midfielders reacting to transitions quickly to take advantage of overload situations

Quick Thinking

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Written by Dave Clarke

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Midfielders should think quickly and react to transitions to maximise overload situations

Coaching Objectives

You want your midfielders to react quickly in transition of the ball so they can take advantage of overload situations.

Drill Setup

25 Mins
16 Players
2 Goals
6 Bibs
50 x 40 y

What the Players Do

Split the area into two zones – one 15 yards wide and the other 35 yards wide. Create two teams with a team of 9 players against a team of 7. Set up the team of 9 so there are 4 players in…

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