🔧 Set-up: Mark half a pitch with a goal and goalkeeper Position 5 attackers and 3 defenders midway inside the half Place 2 recovering defenders on the halfway line ⚽ Activity: Coach feeds a ball to one of the attackers to initiate play Attackers work to exploit their 5v3 overload and create goal-scoring chances Defenders aim to delay the attack, block passing lanes, and prevent shots Recovering defenders track back to support their teammates Attackers should switch play to challenge the defensive shape Use scoring zones to reward attackers for exploiting gaps Rotate players every 5 minutes to practise both defending and attacking roles ✅ Coaching Points: Keep the defensive unit compact and protect central spaces Force play wide by angling runs and defensive positioning Stay patient and avoid diving into tackles Communicate constantly to manage marking and recovery Track runners and anticipate switches of play ➕ Progressions: Add a sixth attacker to increase the overload Reduce the time defenders have to reorganise and recover
