Set Up:

Two teams play 2v2 in each half of the field - a third neutral group (in red) moves up and down the wings and plays 3v1 against a defender (in green) inside of the center circle. Each attack must begin with a pass from the defending half into the center circle. From the circle, the ball can be distributed into a flank zone or directly into the attacking half. Play continues 2v2 plus two, with the reds staying in the flank zones at all times. Reds are limited to two touches. Players in the center circle must stay inside of the circle during play.

Coaching Points:

1.  Passing – Play to the feet of the player in the center circle so that he can play one touch passes.

2.  Combination Play – Look for the Up, Back, and Thru combo and time the runs accordingly.

3.  Creating Space – Strikers should check away from the ball, and then run back into the space.

Progressions/Regressions:

Progression 1 – Add a defender, allow neutral players to cross over with the pass.

Progression 2 – The neutral defender can leave the circle when passes are made to flank neutrals.