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Diagram of the 3v3 attack in goal area drill

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How the drill works

Starting Play: A defender begins the play by passing the ball to one of the attackers. As soon as the ball is played, the defender who made the pass and the other defenders sprint into the field to press and defend.

Attackers’ Objective: The attackers must combine quickly, using movement, passes, and finishing skills to score in the big goal. They are encouraged to create space, take quick shots, or dribble past defenders.

Defenders’ Objective: Defenders immediately press the attackers to regain possession. If they win the ball, they must transition quickly and score in one of the two small goals within 5 seconds.

Reset: After a goal or ball out of play, restart with a defender passing to an attacker.

Key coaching points Combination passes Attack fast Speed , acceleration,Mobility quick decision making Communication,teamwork, scan Finishing, Use depth and width