3-1-4-2 Attack Shape — 6 Anchors, Twin 8s Support Two 9s
A positional practice focused on spacing between a back three, single pivot, line of four and twin strikers. The 8s support underneath the two 9s while wingbacks provide the outside width.
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Organization
Use a 52x44m area with five vertical lanes. Nine attacking players form a back three, 6, two wingbacks, two 8s and two 9s against seven defenders. Progress through end targets or into a scoring zone beyond the defensive line.
Coaching Points
6 remains available beneath pressure | Twin 8s operate on different heights | Wingbacks hold width outside the 8s | Two 9s pin separate centre-backs | Back three slide across without losing the central defender
Progressions
- Allow defenders to counter through two mini-goals after regain.
Regressions
- Use six defenders and freeze the wingbacks in outside lanes.
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