7v6 Build-Up to Midfield — Break the First Line

A directional 7v6 build-up game that trains patient circulation followed by a decisive line-breaking pass into midfield.

Progress from the first build-up line into midfield under organised pressure.
Sign In

Save time planning sessions with FUTNIVO.

TargetTarget
Players
13
Duration
18 min
Equipment
Balls, Cones
Difficulty
Advanced
Age group
U13–U18
Type
Attacking

Organization

Use approximately half a pitch. Seven build-up players start from the defensive line against six pressing players. Place two target midfield zones beyond the first pressing line. The build-up team scores by receiving under control in either target zone.

Coaching Points

Create width and depth in the first line; Draw the press before playing through it; Use the pivot at the right moment; Support the receiver beyond the first line; Protect against the counter if possession is lost

Progressions

  • On a regain the pressing team can counter into two mini goals.

Regressions

  • Reduce the pressing team to five players.

Related Soccer Drills

Explore more FUTNIVO coaching tools

Plan full training sessions, build lineups and create your own drills.

Your privacy matters

FUTNIVO uses optional analytics cookies to understand how the website is used and improve our coaching tools. Necessary cookies required for the website to work are always enabled.