Build-Up to Counter | Possession-Based Play

Overview

• Who it’s for: 10 players (field size 30 x 20 meters)
• Skills we’re prioritizing: keeping the ball, passing accuracy, quick reads, counterattacking

Objectives

• In build-up, do both — stretch the field AND connect through the middle
• Sharpen the decision to flip to attack the second you win it back
• Marry passing accuracy with tempo so it holds up in a real game
• On defense, stay compact and hunt for early wins

Setup

This one has the attacking group nail a basic build-up pattern first, then you ramp up the defensive difficulty from there.

1）Start with 2 attackers vs. 2 defenders. The attackers have to complete a set number of passes before they can go and finish in front of goal.

2）After a win or a goal, everyone shifts to the far side of the grid and plays on.

3）Rotate attackers and defenders regularly so everyone gets reps in both roles.