Delay from the front
in Defending, Small Sided Games
When the ball is lost in attack, this shows forwards that they must immediately try to get the ball back by pressing high up the pitch. MORE
Tackle and counter attack
in Defending, Small Sided Games
This activity places players in a game environment where they are set up to win the ball back from the opposition and counterattack quickly to a waiting target. MORE
Repel all raiders
in Defending, Small Sided Games
This game enables defenders to work on their communication and decision-making, helping them understand when they should press and when they should recover. MORE
Rock solid defending in 5 weeks WEEK 4 Defending...
Over five weeks this series will show you how to tighten up your defence so you can win more matches. This week we show you how to defend as a team MORE
Defending in twos
in Defending, Small Sided Games
The four games in this activity provide players with opportunities to learn individual technique as well as visual cues that can help them decide when and where to provide cover. MORE
Central defence
in Defending, Small Sided Games
Players learn to react quickly in transition and learn about zonal marking and using visual cues to increase cover in dangerous areas. MORE
Pressure, cover, balance
When out of possession, your players need to understand how to pressure the opposition and regain the ball. MORE
Rock solid defending in 5 weeks WEEK 3 Pressure...
Over five weeks this series will show you how to tighten up your defence so you can win more matches. This week we show you how to support while pressing for the ball MORE
Tales of the unexpected
A fun shooting game with aim of setting your attackers up for the chance to hit long-range shots at goal so they can catch the opposition out. MORE
Overload Attack
Use this coaching drill to encourage attackers to try something a bit different when they approach goal. MORE
