Forwards Pressuring
Forwards Pressuring
Improve the ability of the three forwards plus the attacking midfielder to pressure the ball collectively when the opponent builds up from the goalkeeper, with the goal to win it back directly, or to force a turnover.
Key words during the sessions are L-Run, Fake Open, 1v1, Pinch In.
The Zipper - Dynamic Warm Up
Dynamic warm up
4 large cones for 15y x10y grii
Two groups, jog around cone
Turn and move to opposite cone
Players zipper in center
Perform variety of movements
Proper execution of dynamic movements
Focus and concentration
Enjoyment
Make this fun!
Horses and Jockey - Tag Game
Play by the rules.
6v4 Build Up Game
6v4 on half field
6 (5+GK) score on small goals
4 score on large goal.
Turns start with goalkeeper
Build up from the back
Build up shape of attackers
Keep ball possession, move the defenders
Quick pressure after losing the ball.
Pressing of the defenders.
Quick scoring after winning the ball.
First 6–8 minutes: The goalkeeper always starts the play. Make sure players are in the correct positions before the goalkeeper restarts. No rush.
Shape: The four forwards start in a diamond when the goalkeeper starts the builds up.
Pressing triggers:
When the ball goes to a center back, the CF makes an L-Run: first get between the center backs, then pressure. Do not allow a switch.
Wingers Fake Open the outside back to invite the pass. Once it’s played, jump the outside back and force them backward, not forward.
Opposite winger Pinches in.
The #10 plays 1v1 with the opponents #6 and cuts off the pass.
Key words: L-Run, Fake Open, 1v1, Pinch In.
7v5 Game
Organization:
Area: Half field
The attacking team plays with a GK, four defenders and two midfielders, trying to build up and score on the small goals. The defenders play with three forwards and two midfielders, looking to win the ball and score on the large goal. The game always starts with a goal kick from the goalkeeper. When the ball goes over the sideline, both teams must throw the ball back in. Switch roles after several minutes.
Game: Keep track of the score.
Coaching Points:
Forwards Pressing When Build Up Starts:
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CF 9 makes an L-Run when the goalie passes the ball to one of the central defenders; gets in between the central defenders and then pressure the ball.
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Wingers 11 and 7 start pinched in, leave the outside defender ‘fake’ open, and invite the pass from the central defender to the outside back. Pressure ball at that moment. Be on at the feet of the outside defender when he/she receives the ball.
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When the ball goes to the outside back, the winger on the weak side pinches to center of field. Another option could be that the winger goes towards the nearest central defender, but only if our midfield is strong and marking their midfielders. Wingers do not pressure the central defender when they build up.
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Midfielders mark their midfielders. Force turnovers, score goals.
Defenders + Midfielders Building Up:
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Movement as in W-passing. Create flow. Look to go forward and score, value the ball, be patient, keep ball possession.
Same as above, but the two midfielders start 1v1 with the opponent’s midfielders.
Once the ball is played, the furthest midfielder (e.g., the 6) shifts ball-side and defends more zonally—stay close enough to intercept the pass to 8 or pressure the ball.
9v9 Game
9v9 game, two large goals
Attacking team principles
Defensive team principles
Transition moments: Quick reaction
One team starts in a 1-4-3-1 formation, the other team in a 1-3-2-3 formation, whereby the central defender pushes into the midfield when the opposition start the buildup, creating a 1-2-3-3.
After 5 minutes of free play (no coaching), take two minutes to talk about the training topic; what is going well, what can be better.