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Defending in the penalty area
- 15 min
- 12–18 players
- 9v9
- Defending against shots
12–18 players, area 32–36x50–55 m (half of a 9v9 pitch), balls, bibs, cones, 2 goals. 2 teams. The pitch is divided in the middle. The back line and GK may only be in their own half and the forwards only in the attacking half. Progression – free play.
What the coach should look for
- Press the opponents away from the goal.
- Cover the space in front of the goal.
- Block shots, crosses and rebounds.
- Make runs towards goal.
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