3v2 to 3v3

Organization:

Area: 30y x 20y, split field

The attacking team starts with two players plus a GK in its' own half (3v2). In the other half, three attackers play versus two defenders and a GK (3v3). Play starts in the defending half, with the attackers looking to pass the ball to a teammate in the other half. If successful, the attackers can finish on goal. When the defenders win the ball, they can go into the other half and create a 4v3. When the ball goes out of bounds, attackers pass or dribble the ball back in. 

Variation:

Play 3v2+GK in the attacking half. 

Game:

Play two times five minutes, switch sides and keep track of the score. 

 

Focus Points:

  • Building up in 3v2 and creating scoring chances in 3v2+GK.
  • Keeping field wide in attack. Value the ball.
  • Role of first and second defender.  

 

Technical Skills:

  • Passing and receiving (furthest foot, and receiving forward into space)
  • Dribbling skills
  • 1v1 skills, attacking and defending.
  • Shooting, finishing

 

Attacking:

Goal: Build up, create scoring chances and score goals. 

  • Make the field large and create space in depth and width. 
  • Look to play the ball deep; go forward.
  • Keep ball possession
  • Maintain a good team shape / formation

Defending:

Goal: Disrupt the buildup, win the ball back, avoid goals against.

  • The whole team makes the field small by moving towards the ball (High Pressure).
  • Pressure the player on the ball.
  • Mark tight in the area of the ball.
  • Positional or zonal marking further away from the ball. 
  • Stay active as long as possible. Back pressure) 

Transition Attacking to Defending:

  • Win ball back as quickly as possible - 5 Second Rule.
  • Protect your own goal quickly.
  • Be organized defensively while attacking. 

Transition Defending to Attacking:  

  • Quick goal-oriented action. Try to create a scoring chance as quickly as possible -10 Second Rule. 
  • Explode and connect the first pass after winning the ball. Reaction.
  • While the other team is in ball possession, certain players should anticipate the possibility of a turnover and to ATTACK.