Football/Soccer Session (Advanced): 3v2 w/ counter FBs

3v2 w/ counter attack (FBs) (25 mins)

Set Up: Divide the group into attacking players and defending players. Two goals with two GKers. Two FBs outside the field of play wide in the defensive third.

Instructions: Play 3v2 to score.

* As soon and the ball is won or a shot is held, the two FBs join to make it 4v3 on the counter.

* The coach can also call for a '2nd ball' or a 'counter' and the FBs join.

* Counter at speed for one attempt at goal (with rebounds or second chances).

* All restarts begin with a pinged ball from the defending team and are 3v2 for the attackers.

Coaching Points: Creative movement in attack. Anticipate counter attacking opportunities. Attack at speed (whether initially or on the counter). Creative movment to unbalance the defenders. Proper and appropriate technique with finishing opportunities. Balance to deal with counter.