Attack-to-Defense Transition Drill | Win the Switch, Control the Game

Overview

• Built to mirror a full 11v11 match
• Players live both the attacking and defending phases
• They also learn to handle the counter the instant the ball is won
• Field size: 30m x 50m

Objectives

• Attacking side: keep the ball moving and sharpen the feel for going at goal with quick, accurate passes
• Defending side: shift positions fast and refine the reads and actions it takes to shut down a counter
• Transition: build the mindset and the ability to flip straight into attack the moment you win the ball back

Setup

The team in possession keeps attacking, and play runs until they score or lose the ball. The instant that happens, the attacking and defending roles flip.

1) The attacking side links up with accurate passes and movement and goes for goal

2) The defending side works together to organize and shut the attack down

3) The moment they win the ball, they turn and attack the other goal at full speed

4) Repeat the cycle