Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Mahmoud Khaled U14( in High Possession , attack in build up , attracting opponents in possession ) (Start Time: 2025-10-30 13:25:00)

3-1-1-3&couture Pressu (15 mins)

Set Up:

Players in half pitch area.

Balls and mini goals ready for the final phase (finishing from possession).

Organisation:

Total Duration: 15 minute

• High Possession & Finishing Phase (15 min)

  • Start in opponent’s half (shape 3-2-3).

  • Build play to finishing zones.

  • On transition, shift to 2-2-4 attacking shape.

  • Encourage quick decision-making and accuracy in finishing.

Coaching Points:

• Ensure players move with correct technique during dynamic stretching.

• Emphasize explosive start, body alignment, and reaction speed in sprints.

• Keep rhythm and control in agility drills.

• During the finishing phase:

  • Quick transition after regaining possession.

  • Maintain width and depth when moving to 2-2-4.

  • Encourage combinations and accurate finishing.

Progressions:

• Limit time to finish (e.g., 6–8 seconds after regaining possession).

• Introduce defenders to create pressure during finishing.

• Encourage quick recovery and reorganization if ball is lost.

finishing from possession attracting opponent (15 mins)

Part 4 – Drawing Opponent & Finishing in Depth (15 min)

Theme: Attracting the opponent to press, then exploiting the space behind with pace and timing

Duration: 15 minutes

Area: Half pitch to full width

Players: 9v9 or 10v10 (including GK)

Shape: Starting from back line build-up

Set Up:

• Team starts in possession from their defensive third.

• Opponent positioned higher up the pitch to press.

• Cones/mannequins used to mark defensive and midfield lines.

• Fast wingers and strikers positioned to exploit depth behind opponent’s back line.

Organisation:

• Phase 1 – Controlled Possession (3–5 min)

  • Ball circulation between defenders and midfielders.

  • Objective: attract the opponent to push higher.

  • Encourage short, patient build-up to create pressing triggers.

• Phase 2 – Breaking the Line (5 min)

  • Once opponent commits forward, defenders or pivots play long vertical passes behind the defense.

  • Strikers and wingers time their runs to stay onside.

  • Emphasis on precision and communication between passer and runner.

• Phase 3 – Finishing in Depth (5 min)

  • Quick attacking transition — 1v1 or 2v2 to goal.

  • Encourage use of speed, first touch into space, and composed finishing.

  • Restart from the back immediately after each attack.

Coaching Points:

• Maintain compact defensive structure while in possession.

• Use ball circulation to lure the opponent out of shape.

• Recognize the right moment to play in depth.

• Defenders: look for vertical or diagonal long passes once space opens.

• Attackers: timing of runs and speed of execution are key.

• Encourage finishing with minimal touches (one or two).

Progressions:

• Add real pressing opposition to simulate game pressure.

• Set rule: goal counts double if scored within 10 seconds of playing in depth.

• Restrict touches for back line (e.g., 2-touch max) to increase tempo.

• Encourage keeper involvement to switch play before the vertical pass.

Rondo & speed Endu (10 mins)

Set Up

• 3–4 separate Rondo grids (10×10 m) placed in different areas of the pitch.

• Each grid: 4 possession players vs 2 defenders (4v2).

• Distance between grids: 15–20 m.

• Whistle or signal every 30 seconds for group rotation between grids.

• Total duration: 15 minutes (4 × 3 min work + short active breaks).

Organisation

• Each team starts in one grid playing standard possession (4v2).

• On the coach’s signal every 30 seconds, the whole group rotates to the next grid at high intensity.

• Defenders are switched after each round.

• Continue rotations throughout the 15-minute block.

• Focus on maintaining tempo, decision-making, and coordination under fatigue.

Coaching Points

• ✅ Quick passing and immediate movement after the pass (follow your pass).

• ✅ Quality first touch and body orientation under pressure.

• ✅ Constant verbal and visual communication.

• ✅ Fast decision-making with accurate execution.

• ✅ Maintain team shape and spacing when rotating between grids.

• ✅ Sustain intensity — keep the tempo high without technical drop-off.

Progressions

• Reduce rotation time from 30 s → 20 s to increase intensity.

• Add a mandatory long pass to the next grid after 5 successful passes.

• Increase defensive pressure (change to 4v3).

• Introduce a second ball in selected grids for cognitive overload.

• Allow defenders to chase and press in the next grid after each signal.