6v6 Defend Wide Overload — Protect Box and Far Post
A directional 6v6 defensive exercise with a goalkeeper focused on defending wide combinations, crosses and far-post runs.
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Organization
Use half a pitch with one full goal and goalkeeper. Play 6 attackers against 6 defenders. Attacks begin in a wide channel and may switch or combine to deliver into the box. Defenders must protect the goal frame and far post.
Coaching Points
Pressure the crosser without diving in; Protect the space between ball and goal; Track far-post runners; Centre-backs defend goal-side; Clear first contact away from central danger
Progressions
- Allow a late central midfielder to join the box.
Regressions
- Restrict attackers to one wide side and remove the switch.
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