Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): CA1 - Counter Attack 1

Counter Attack 1

Counter Attack Wave Game

Objective - Develop the mindset and skills to counter attack effectively



The players attack in waves alternating from one side to the other. The attacking side always has the additional player. When a side has attached they become the defenders.

1 v 1

2 v 1

3 v 2

4 v 3

5 v 4

Then play a 2 minute match 4 v 4 with magic man if needed.

Coaching Points

• Player on the ball controls the pace of the attack
• Movement off the ball
• Attack the space
• Make the right decision i.e. when to pass, when to drive forward, when to draw the defence etc.