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Intercept the Pass

Read it and step in. Show a lane to invite the pass, read the passer, and time your step to intercept and break out.

Live animationDEF
Duration
7 min
Total drill time
Players
3
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 24 m
Setup space
Level
Intermediate
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

A defender reads a pass between two attackers and intercepts it. Emphasise a starting position that invites the pass, reading the passer's body, and timing the step to cut it out without going too early. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Position to invite the pass into a lane
  • Read the passer, not the ball
  • Time the step, do not go too early
  • Attack the ball to intercept
  • Break out and keep it

Common mistakes

  • Going too early and being played around
  • Ball-watching, not reading the passer
  • Flat starting position, no lane shown
  • Not committing to the interception

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Two passing options, read the play (see the variant)
  • Quicker, disguised pass
  • Intercept and counter to a goal

Regressions

  • Telegraphed, slow pass (see the variant)
  • Start closer to the lane
  • Fewer options
Audience
U9-U10

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