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4v5 Low-Block Survival — Protect Box, Counter Target

Four defenders plus goalkeeper protect the box against five attackers and try to escape into a counter target after the regain.

Manage a temporary numerical disadvantage near goal and counter to a target after regaining.
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Counter TargetLow-Block
Players
10
Duration
17 min
Goalkeepers
1
Equipment
Balls, Cones, Bibs
Difficulty
Advanced
Age group
U12–U18
Category
Defending
Type
Defending

Organization

Use the final third with a full goal. Five attackers circulate against four defenders plus GK. Place one counter target near halfway.

Coaching Points

Protect the centre first | Keep distances compact | Track runners beyond the ball | Clear with purpose | Find the counter target after regain

Progressions

  • Allow a sixth attacker to join late.

Regressions

  • Start with four attackers against four defenders.
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