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LOGINPractice 1: Exploiting overloads
Develop players’ understanding of when and how to make the most of a numerical advantage.
WHY USE IT
This three-part practice develops players’ understanding of when and how to exploit a numerical advantage (overload) against the opposition.
SET UP
Set up a playing area relevant to the age and ability of your players. Divide it into quarters, with a goal at each end. Teams play 5v5, plus three neutral players. Play 3v2 in each half. The central neutral player can move freely, the other two neutrals begin on the touchline as wide players.
HOW TO PLAY
Play always restarts from a goalkeeper. To play forward into the opposite half, players must either dribble over the halfway line or pass to a wide neutral from the opposite corridor to create a 3v2 overload in the attacking half. The wide neutral’s next action after receiving must be a pass to start/join the attack. The wide neutral on the ball side can offer a bounce-pass option during build-up play only. Goals are worth three points if scored within seven seconds of breaking into the attacking half.
COACHING POINTS
- Attackers: Find spare player, complimentary movement, rotate and interchange positions, commit opposition, ball speed.
- Defenders: Press quickly, protect middle, leave further player(s), recognise opposition movement.
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