Counter Attack Waves

Objective

• -Break at speed after regaining possession
• -Support the counter from deep
• -Finish the attack quickly

Setup

1. 1Half pitch with a goal and keeper.
2. 2Groups of three waiting on halfway.
3. 3Coach with a ball supply beside the goal.

How to play

1. 1Coach plays a ball to a group who attack the goal at speed.
2. 2As soon as the attack ends, the next group starts immediately.
3. 3Add one defender per wave as the practice progresses.

Progressions

• +Two defenders recovering
• +Score within six seconds

Regressions

• -No defenders
• -Larger attacking group

Variations

• -Start from a defensive clearance
• -Counter from a corner

Common mistakes

• -Too many touches slowing the break
• -Support arriving late
• -Overplaying near the box