Defending Counter Attacks – Rest Defence Structure

🔧 How to set up the activity:

• Half pitch with 6 attackers vs 5 defenders
• 3 attackers are assigned to be ‘rest defenders’
• Goalkeeper in the goal

⚽ Activity:

• Attackers build attack with support of ‘rest defenders’ behind, they aim to score in the goal
• If defenders win the ball and counter, rest defence prevents attacks and keeps attacking team in possession
• Defenders score points by progressing the ball over the halfway line (must have the ball under control)
• Rotate defenders to rest roles

✅ Coaching points:

• Keep 2+ players behind ball when in possession
• Communicate when to hold or press
• Anticipate risky passes in transition