High pressing 6v6: pressing on a trigger
Out of possession · High pressing6v6 + 2 goalkeepers45 x 35 mU14 to Seniors4 x 5 minsSession sheet (PDF)
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01
Organisation
- Pitch measuring 45 x 35 m with two full-size goals.
- Each team plays in a 2-3-1 or 3-2-1 formation.
- Coach plays the ball in to the goalkeeper of the build-up team.
02
Rules
- Regain possession in the opposition half and score within 8 seconds: goal counts double.
- Build-up team always restarts from the goalkeeper.
- After a goal, the other team restarts build-up play.
03
Coaching points
- Striker curves their run to lock play to one side.
- Trigger spotted? Everyone steps up together, not one by one.
- Get tight to your direct opponent when the ball travels to your side.
- Back line steps up together to keep the distances compact.
04
Variations
- Easier: Build-up team cannot pass back to the goalkeeper.
- Harder: Build-up team has a neutral player in midfield.
- Scoring challenge: Keep a separate count of ball regains within the first 10 metres.
Adapt this drill and add it to your training week.
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