3v2 + Recovery Runner — Finish Before Equality
Three attackers counter against two set defenders, but a third defender starts behind the play and recovers at speed. Attackers must recognise whether to finish early, commit a defender or use the free player before the overload disappears.
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Organization
Use a 36x28m channel to a full goal with goalkeeper. Three attackers start near halfway against two defenders; recovering defender begins 8–12m behind the attackers and starts as soon as the first pass is played. Rotate groups every repetition.
Coaching Points
First action goes forward if possible | Use width to stretch the two defenders | Do not over-pass while the overload exists | Ball carrier commits one defender before releasing | Recovering defender protects the centre first on arrival
Progressions
- Move the recovering defender farther back or impose a 7-second scoring limit.
Regressions
- Start the recovering defender closer and allow attackers to begin with a static ball.
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