🔧 How to set up the activity: 40x30m pitch with 2 full teams (7v7) Divide pitch into thirds with cones Use goals at both ends ⚽️ Activity: Coach identifies a pressing trigger (e.g. poor touch, backwards pass) for the team out of possession to target On trigger, pressing team engages as a unit Team in possession aims to bypass press and attack Swap roles and positions frequently Coach stops play to reinforce distances and roles ✅ Coaching points: Press together: nearest player leads, others close spaces Force play into pre-determined areas (e.g. sideline) Communicate constantly to time the press
