Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Flying Fullbacks

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Keep in Mind:

Use this session if you want to see exciting flying fullbacks who can either cross a ball or cut inside and shoot. Players can make use of 2v1 situations to attack or fool the defenders with a skill. Crosses into the box are also an option in this game.

Set Up:

1) 40x50 playing area

2) Three teams of 4 + Gks

3) Game starts with a rollout from GK to fullback

Rules:

Two teams play the game but the third team (in blue here) provides fullbacks for the attacks, making it 6v4. The game lasts for four balls – each team has two attacks with additional fullbacks. If the fullbacks score, their own team gets an additional point as well as a goal for the team they are helping. When the ball leaves play or a goal is scored, the two fullbacks go off the pitch and wait there. The starting team get a second attacking chance with two new fullbacks. After the second attack concludes, the other team wil have two attacks assisted by the fullbacks at the opposite end.

Thoughts:

Tactically very good for defenders supporting both the midfield and attack, this session improves play in wide areas and encourages fullbacks to join in the attack. Good overloads mean that the success rate is high, so the session will really develop the attacking strengths of your fullbacks.