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Press on a trigger: 4v4
- 15 min
- 8–16 players
- 9v9
- 11v11
- Pressing & Regaining possession
- Organized defending
Area about 35 x 30 m, two small goals and 4v4. The team without the ball stands compactly and presses only when a trigger appears: a backward pass, a pass towards the touchline or a poor touch. Otherwise the team keeps a compact shape and closes the middle. When the trigger comes, the nearest player presses and the others move up close behind. The coach calls the trigger the first few times, then the players decide for themselves. Points for goals, and an extra point if the press wins the ball. Progression: add a player in the attack.
What the coach should look for
- Press together: the others move up close behind the presser.
- Close the middle and steer play towards the side.
- Close down quickly, but slow down when you are close.
- Talk: call who presses and who covers.
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