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LOGINFlying full-backs
Develop your wide defenders’ shooting and crossing skills with an activity that encourages their attacking instincts.
WHY USE IT
Develop exciting full-backs who can either cross a ball or cut inside and shoot. Players can make use of 2v1 situations to attack or fool defenders with a skill. Crosses into the box are also an option.
SET UP
You need balls, bibs, cones and goals in a playing area suitable for the age, ability and size of your group. We have used 14 players for this session. Split players into three teams. You will also need two goalkeepers.
HOW TO PLAY
Two teams play the game but the third team (in blue here) provides full-backs for the attacks, making it 6v4. The game lasts for four balls – each team has two attacks with additional full-backs. If the full-backs score, their own team gets an additional point, as well as a goal for the team they are helping.
COACHING POINTS
Tactically very good for defenders supporting both the midfield and attack, this activity improves play in wide areas and encourages full-backs to join the attack. Good overloads mean the success rate is high, so the session will really develop the attacking strengths of your full-backs.
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