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Pressure Passing and Control

Enhance dribbling and passing under pressure in tight spaces.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Balls for each player except one pair
  • 8 Cones for the 20x20 yard area
Setup
  1. Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
  2. Group: 3 red players start spaced evenly across the area, one player dribbling freely with their own ball, and a pair sharing one ball passing it between each other
  3. Equipment: 8 cones marking the corners and edges of the 20x20 yard area
Instructions
  1. Players dribble freely within the square.
  2. The pair must maintain possession by passing the ball to each other without dribbling.
  3. All players need to avoid colliding and should keep heads up.
  4. Change roles frequently so everyone experiences both scenarios.
Coaching Points
  • Use disguise in movement and passing.
  • Maintain a good first touch.
  • Keep your head up to increase awareness.
  • Move the ball into open spaces, away from defenders.
  • Show a positive attitude and courage to try new techniques.
  • Use technique that suits the situation.
  • Recognize suitable passing weight based on space and time.
  • Protect the ball while looking for passes.
  • Execute passes through the crowd, not over.
  • Develop dribbling capability with both feet.
  • Ensure technical execution in tight spaces.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the size of the playing area.
2. Increase the number of passive defenders.
3. Set a time limit for each pass between the pair.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the size of the play area.
2. Allow players to walk instead of running while dribbling.
3. Permit the pair to dribble for a few steps between passes.
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