Topic:

Pressure and Cover

Explanation:

The players are 2v2 with a GK. The drill begins with a long ball from an attacker to either defender. One defender clears it back while the other defender supports from behind. From there, the attack goes 2v2 to completion. When the defenders win the ball, they look to pass it back to the attacking lines.

Coaching Points:

1.  Always pressure the player with the ball.

2.  The 2nd defender plays in a covering position to help out in case the 1st defender gets beat.

3.  The defenders and the GK communicate the entire time.

Progressions:

1.  Add another attacker in the center and play 3v2.