TOPIC / THEME: Team Attacking in the Attacking 1/3 - Attacking from the flanks in a phase of play

Effective use of width to penetrate in the attacking third

DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE:
A phase of play demonstrating the effective implementation of flank attacks
ORGANISATION:
	9v9 using 2/3 of a pitch. 2 target goals for the defenders to attack should they win the ball. The three yellow defenders and blue striker must stay in half but when a full back plays into the midfield or a striker he can enter via the pass and follow rule. Once the ball is in play the attacking team attempt to score by combination play. The coach emphasizes the opportunity to penetrate down the flanks Full backs can join in but must play two touch

KEY OBSERVATION FACTORS:

Create Space ( width and depth) Quality of passing (Time, weight, accuracy and disguise) Attacking from crosses (Quality of delivery, Angle of runs , Timing of runs ) End product and follow up( attacking the ball techniques, movement, secondary possessions)

NOTES:

Applying all the key factors of crossing and finishing in a game situation.

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