Rondo → Attacking Transition | From 3v1 to 3v2

Overview

• 6 players on a 40 x 36 field
• Start with a 3v1 rondo (3 players keep the ball, 1 tries to win it)
• Once they string together a set number of passes, flip straight into a 3v2 attack
• The defenders can counter the moment they win the ball
• This one tests how fast your players switch on and read the game in transition

Objectives

• Keep the passing sharp and quick throughout the rondo
• Learn to jump straight from keeping the ball to attacking
• Clean up positioning in tight spaces
• Sharpen reads at the exact moment attack turns to defense (and back)
• Stay calm and execute under heavy pressure

Setup

This drill builds quick decisions and smart positioning by running your players straight from a 3v1 rondo into a live 3v2 attack.

1）Set up a 40 x 36 field with two mini-goals placed near the corners

2）Start a 3v1 rondo — 3 players keeping the ball, 1 defending

3）Once the keeping side completes the set number of passes (e.g. 5), they break straight into a 3v2 attack the moment the ball goes out

4）The attackers go at either of the two mini-goals

5）The 2 defenders rotate out once they win the ball or after a set time

6）Rotate the rondo players through as well and run several rounds