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Defending as a Back Three

Defend as a connected three. Slide across together, cover the bigger distances, press with the nearest, and read the pass that tries to split the line.

Live animationDEF
Duration
10 min
Total drill time
Players
6
Recommended
Pitch
50 × 26 m
Setup space
Level
Advanced
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

Attackers switch the ball across and a back three slides with it, covering the bigger distances. The nearest presses, the others cover, and they read the through ball. Emphasise the slide, the wider covering angles, and communication. Rotate.

Setup time: 2 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Slide together across the bigger distances
  • Nearest presses, the other two cover
  • Cover the angles behind the presser
  • Read the pass that splits the three
  • Communicate to move as one

Common mistakes

  • Distances too big, split by a pass
  • One stepping out, breaking the line
  • Sliding late
  • No cover behind the presser

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • A back four (the base drill)
  • Add wing-backs
  • Play live to a goal

Regressions

  • Walk the slide
  • Shrink the grid
  • No through-ball
Equipment
Markers×3
Audience
U11-U12

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