2v2 Defending Units

Objective

• -Defend as a pair with pressure and cover
• -Communicate roles clearly
• -Win the ball and counter quickly

Setup

1. 1Small pitch with a mini goal at each end.
2. 2Two attackers versus two defenders, spare balls with the coach.
3. 3Waiting pairs behind each goal.

How to play

1. 1Coach serves to the attackers who try to score.
2. 2Defenders press the ball and cover the second attacker.
3. 3Winning the ball and scoring counts double; rotate every 90 seconds.

Progressions

• +3v2 overload for attackers
• +Add a halfway restriction line

Regressions

• -2v1 in favour of defenders
• -Attackers limited to three touches

Variations

• -Add wide target players
• -Counter into a full goal with keeper

Common mistakes

• -Both defenders pressing the ball
• -Cover defender too flat
• -No communication