4 At The Back Focus Game

Setup

You will require: 1 ball / 2 sets of bibs / 1 goal / 16 cones, Use 2/3 of a full size pitch, bring one goal forward if possible, split into two teams with bibs

How it works

Normal match rules but coaching is focused on the back 4 of each team, Players should be able to cover each other when one goes to press, they should also be able to cover high risk areas first

Coaching points

• Get goal side
• Spread the play
• Compact shape
• Recover run
• Win ball back

Progressions

progression: Add condition where fullback assists count double on counter goals regression: Limit attacking team to 5 players in the attacking half