Practice: Operation overload

WHY USE IT

This 3v2 practice helps players understand the passing and moving pattern in a competitive scenario, encouraging them to take advantage of their superior numbers to create an overload and score goals.

SET UP

Set up a playing area with two mini goals at each end. Divide players into two teams – one starts as the attack, the other as defenders.

HOW TO PLAY

The attacking team plays with a 3v2 advantage, looking to replicate the previous passing pattern to create opportunities to score goals. If the defending team wins possession, they can counter and score. Each team gets a set number of goes at being the attacking side, before swapping over.

COACHING POINTS

• Ensure players are making sharp movements to lose their markers and receive the ball in space, drawing defenders out to create space for forward passes. 
• Passes should be played at pace, with players receiving the ball with an open body to allow them to scan and play quickly.