Compact Defending: Low Block 6v8
Drag players or the ball · 2D and 3D
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Organisation
- Half pitch with a full-size goal and goalkeeper.
- Six defenders set up in two lines of three (or 4+2).
- Eight attackers in possession; two mini-goals placed on the halfway line.
02
Rules
- Attackers score in the full-size goal.
- Defenders score into either mini-goal upon winning possession.
- Max. 45 seconds per attack.
03
Coaching points
- Shift as a unified block with the ball; keep distances between lines to a maximum of 10m.
- Protect the central zone: force them wide, deny passes through the middle.
- Player nearest the ball presses, the rest provide cover and balance.
- Communicate constantly: 'you press, I cover'.
04
Variations
- Easier: 7v6.
- Harder: 9v6 with two wide players holding width.
- Trigger: on a backpass, the block steps up together to squeeze the space.
Adapt this drill and add it to your training week.
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