🎯 Routine Overview This back-post routine is designed to shift defensive focus toward the near post, freeing space for three runners to attack the far side. Player 1 delivers an in-swinging cross toward the back-post target zone. Players 7, 8, and 9 make aggressive near-post runs to drag defenders out of position, creating a gap for Players 2, 3, and 5 to arrive unmarked at the back post. Player 4 enters the box centrally to collect any second balls, while Players 6 and 10 hold positions on the edge of the area for rebounds, clearances, or defensive cover. The movement pattern forces the defending team to split their marking, opening up a high-value finishing opportunity at the far post. ⚽ Player Roles: Player 1 – Corner taker, delivers an in-swinging cross aimed at the back-post target zone. Player 2 – Makes a timed run into the back-post target zone as a primary scoring threat. Player 3 – Attacks the back-post target zone alongside Players 2 and 5. Player 4 – Runs centrally into the box to compete for second balls and knockdowns. Player 5 – Joins Players 2 and 3 in attacking the back-post target zone. Player 6 – Holds position on the edge of the box for defensive cover and loose balls. Player 7 – Makes an aggressive near-post run to draw defenders away from the target zone. Player 8 – Near-post runner to pull central defenders out of position. Player 9 – Near-post runner to distract and occupy defenders. Player 10 – Holds position on the edge of the box for rebounds, clearances, or to recycle possession.
