Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Defending basics

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Organisation:

Set up 3 cones in position of 3 defenders, defending own goal.

3 cones 10m out in front of each def, 2 large cones to represent wide attack.

Def moves on coach's calls. Progress to keeper making calls.

Calls -   out - move out as a unit to number cones

            Drop - move back towards goal as a unit

             Slide left or right Player closest (either L or R) presses the wide cone, def slides across.

             Press 1, 2 or 3 Closest def presses ball, next closest covers passing lane, furthest away covers space.

Progression:

Have 3 attacking players attack the goal starting on each cone alternating start point of attack. Right, left and 1,2,3.

Coaching Points:

• Work as a unit. GK and 3 def.
  
• Closest player presses the ball, 2nd player offers cover, 3rd player offers balance.
• Communication between players is vital.