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Intercept: Read the Play

Read which lane, then step in. Watch the passer's body, judge the pass, and step across to intercept the right one.

Live animationDEF
Duration
7 min
Total drill time
Players
4
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 24 m
Setup space
Level
Advanced
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

Two passing options; the defender reads which the passer chooses and intercepts. Emphasise scanning both lanes, reading the passer's shape, and committing decisively to the right one. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Scan both lanes, stay central
  • Read the passer's body shape
  • Do not commit until you have read it
  • Then step decisively across
  • Attack the ball to win it

Common mistakes

  • Committing early to the wrong lane
  • Getting caught in no-man's-land
  • Ball-watching, not reading the passer
  • Late to the right lane

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Three options to read
  • Disguised, quicker passes
  • Intercept and counter to a goal

Regressions

  • One option (the base drill)
  • Telegraphed pass
  • Start nearer the likely lane
Audience
U11-U12

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