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3v2 Counter-Attack Wave

Attackers: exploit the overload before the defence recovers its shape. Carry to commit a defender, then release the free player with the right pass at the right moment. Defenders: delay, stay compact between the ball and goal, and force the play to a decision.

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Duration
16 min
Total drill time
Players
6
Recommended
Pitch
52 × 36 m
Setup space
Level
Intermediate
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

Use roughly a 52x36m attacking half with a full goal and keeper at one end. Three attackers start on the halfway line with the ball, two defenders start goal-side. On the coach's cue the attackers break at speed; they must finish before the defenders recover (about five to eight seconds). Restart from the keeper's distribution. Rotate attackers and defenders regularly so everyone trains both moments.

Setup time: 3 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Attack the space centrally to make the defenders choose who to commit
  • Carry at the front defender to fix them, then release the free runner
  • Play the pass early: the overload disappears the moment the defence recovers
  • Runners stretch the width so the two defenders cannot cover both channels
  • Finish first time where possible: speed of play beats a settled defence
  • Defenders: drop together, delay, and protect the middle before the ball

Common mistakes

  • Carrying too long and letting the defence recover its shape
  • Passing before the defender is committed, so no space opens up
  • Runners staying narrow and giving the defenders an easy cover
  • Taking an extra touch instead of finishing first time

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Cap the attack at a five second timer before a recovering defender joins
  • Add a third defender sprinting back from the halfway line
  • Two touch maximum for the attackers in the final third

Regressions

  • Defenders start deeper to give the attackers a cleaner run at goal
  • Remove the timer so attackers can build the move patiently
  • Add a fourth attacker for a 4v2 overload
Equipment
Cones×3
Full Goals×1
Markers×2
Audience
U11-U12

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