Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): SLSG ECNL-RL 2010 vs Rayados Delaware (Start Time: 2024-03-28 16:30:00)

Defensive Shape

1-4-4-1-1

We must be a solid defensive unit when out of possession. As a unit we must press wherever the ball is.

Note: If the closest player to the ball applies pressure to an opponent, the rest of the unit will cover and provide balance. Our players must always attempt to match up opponents to block passing lanes and shooting opportunities.

Zone 1 Build Up

1-2-1-4-1-2

We need to use the width and length of the pitch. Our players need to displace the opponent to create space in between the defensive lines and half spaces. The goal of playing out from the back is to progress together to the middle third (Zone 2). Midfield must rotate diamond/box to create angles proactively!

Note: Every player needs to scan at all times. Our players need to be alert and identify the movement of the opponent and our teammates. It's important to play positionally and circulate the ball with quality. If we experience high pressing, our Goal Player (GK) can play long precise ball to our midfield in the half spaces.

Zone 3 Build Up

1-3-4-3 (Box/Diamond)

Important: Midfield will create Box/Diamond shape and rotate it in possession for more flexibility and passing opportunities through central channels.

Attacking Corner

Our corners must be aimed towards the far post. Our attackers must be ready to make the run into the zones close to the far post. Our attackers must start the run from the edge of the box to make the attacking corner kick unpredictable and more dynamic.

Note: One of our tallest player pin the opponent's goal player to block his view. No foul.

Attacking Free Kick

Our free kick taker must always have two options:

1. Direct precise shot on target

2. Opportunity to connect a cross with teammates far post