4v3 Attack vs Defence — Exploit the Extra Player
A realistic 4v3 attack-versus-defence practice where attackers must use their numerical advantage rather than rush the final action. It develops fixing defenders, supporting angles, final-pass timing and finishing.
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Organization
Use one full-size goal with goalkeeper and an attacking area approximately 35x30m. Four attackers start against three defenders. The action begins from a server or midfielder and continues live until a goal, regain or ball out.
Coaching Points
Attack space before passing; Fix one defender to free a teammate; Keep width around the overload; Time the final pass; Finish quickly once the advantage reaches the box
Progressions
- Add one recovering defender after the first forward pass.
Regressions
- Begin as 4v2 before introducing the third defender.
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