Half-Space Attacking Patterns

Pitch diagram

Objectives

• -Attack through the half-spaces
• -Combine between the lines
• -Create a shot inside the box

Setup

1. 1Half pitch split into five vertical channels with cones.
2. 2Attacking unit of six against four defenders and a keeper.
3. 3Balls at the halfway starting position.

Coaching instructions

1. 1Attacks must go through a half-space channel before a shot.
2. 2Defenders clear beyond halfway to score.
3. 3Twelve attacks then swap roles.

Common mistakes

• -Everyone in the central channel
• -No width to stretch the block
• -Slow ball speed into the half-space