🔧 Set-up: Mark a 50x30-yard area with goals at both ends Position 3 attackers and 3 defenders inside the area Place 2 neutral wide players to provide width ⚽ Activity: Defenders start by attempting to play out from the back Attackers press to regain possession and transition into attack Both teams can use neutral wide players to stretch the defence and deliver crosses Encourage quick transitions and the use of wide overloads Focus on exploiting wide areas in counter-attacking moments Rotate players every 5 minutes to ensure balanced attacking and defending practice ✅ Coaching Points: Use width and forward runs to stretch defences during transitions Stay composed when crossing and finishing under pressure Recognise when to pass, dribble, or shoot based on the situation Defenders must position themselves to block central and dangerous areas Communicate clearly to exploit overloads and mismatches ➕ Progressions: Reduce the time attackers have to complete their transition attacks
