Back Three Build-Up vs Front Two — Carry or Find Wing-Back
A first-phase build-up game where three defenders face two pressers with wing-backs positioned outside. The free centre-back must recognise whether to advance with the ball or attract a presser and release the wing-back.
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Organization
Use a 36x28m build-up area with three centre-backs, two wing-backs, one pivot target and two pressers. Start with the central centre-back. The build-up side scores by progressing through a midfield gate or finding a wing-back beyond the first line.
Coaching Points
Use the central overload before forcing a wide pass | Outside centre-backs carry when nobody presses them | Wing-backs stay high enough to stretch the first line | Attract a presser before releasing the free player | Pivot offers a central option to stop the press locking wide
Progressions
- Add a third presser and allow the pivot to drop into the first line.
Regressions
- Use passive pressers and begin with a fixed pass to one outside centre-back.
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