1.Fast closing spaces and split markings

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I use this drill to train my team in the transitioning from attack to defence, for the quick perception of the positions of the rival players and for cutting the passing channels.

In space 40x60m i create 2 teams of 7 players with 2 gk. One player from each team waiting at the two end lines with a ball.

Players in the main space dimensions 30x40m. are trying to maintain possession of the ball (without limitation contact).

The group that will be able to make five passes are free to choose one of the two goalposts to achieve a goal with one player only goes over the line and can not be marked by the opponent.

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Once the player of the attacking team finishes the situation with 1v1 with the keeper, then the opponents player who is waiting at the final line with a ball at his feet comes in (quick change of player roles with the one that make the final attempt and the one that waits at the end line). He drives the ball fast to the central square and trying to organize a new state of ball possesion inside the square to attack in one of the two sides.

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The nearest player of the team that had attacked before now is asked to close the space and the easy pass to his opponents that drives the ball towards the possesion square. Other players are invited to quickly split the markings and cut the channels for pass to stop the attacking activity of the opponents.

The player that made the final attempt with a defender change roles with the 2 players that came in.

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Exercise intensity: 75% -90% M.H.R.

Exercise Duration: 1-2 sets x 6',

Stop: 2' between sets.

• Training effect on maintenance of actions for a long time.
• Training effect on the ability of faster repetition rate of explosive action.
• Effect of training on reaction speed and perception.
• Training effect on the above technical tactical and mental elements.