Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Functional: Coach a fullback to defend against a winger. (Start Time: 2017-05-22 19:05:00)

Scenario 1

Organization:

Half the full field; two-thirds of the width. 7 blue (including GK) defend against 6 red. Red attack the large goal. Upon winning possession, blue can score on the mini goal (red cones). All game rules apply and restarts begin with the server (S) just outside the center circle. Supply of balls just outside the server's box.

Coaching Points:

1. Individual defending - speed/angle of approach. Important to show restraint and tackle when appropriate to do so.

2. Group defending principles - delay, cover and support (CBs).

3. Compactness - slide to strong side of the field.

4. Isolate the winger towards the touchline unless looking to shift towards weaker foot or where there is support from teammates.

5. Defending midfielders need to track attacking runs into defensive third / box.

6. In preparing to defend against aerial long balls, defenders need to be side on and ready to drop as a unit to protect the space behind them.

7. Players need to consider lines of recovery and overall balance in relation to the player pressing the ball.

Progressions:

1. Direct play to the winger.

2. Ball played into space behind the fullback.