BLUE DAY / PLAYING IN DEPTH

Set up: …Pitch 45x40m, balls cones…

Instructions: …
1. Play 4v4 in the middle zone
2. One Attacker/defender in each end zone
3. Teams must connect three passes before they can pass to the neutral player in the end zone, the attacker then lays off for a shot on goal or 2vs1 play
4. Switch players in end zones

Coaching Points: … Weight of pass; Accuracy; Quality of preparation touch; Aggressive and positive mentality; Placement versus
power; Positioning to gain an advantage; Angle, distance and timing of support; Body position – open to field; Verbal and
visual communication

Proressions:
– Play 5v5, 6v6, in the middle zone etc.
– Play with 2 mini goals on each goal line
– Limit number of touches for attackers
– Adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Fast recovery exercise