Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): transition to defense

TR2 : 4v4 + Gates (10-15mins)

Set up: 

-10x30 field split in to thirds

-Four gates, two on each end ; 3m wide, in each corner

-8 players minimum

Description: 

4v4 defensive drill where players focus on defensive shape in a groups of four. Coach players the ball in to start and resume outs ; no throw in, corners or goal kicks. Players look to transition quickly to delay and deny the attack. AT team must dribble through the gates. Both teams transition to defense if and when they lose possession.

Progression: Add players. 5v5 or 6v6

Coaching points: 

• Communicate with teammates when shifting left or right ; moving up the field or dropping back
• observe AT teams passing and movements to adjust defensively
• emphasis supporting angles for defender to help defend the attack/ prevent AT team from advancing up the field
•  quick movements to construct defensive shape(squeeze/tighten)