Back-Three Plus 6 — Wingers Drop Only After First Line Break
A positional build-up game that prevents wide players from dropping too early and shrinking the pitch. The wingers remain high while a back three and 6 solve the first press, then can drop to receive once progression is achieved.
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Organization
Use a 42x36m three-zone area. Three build-up players plus a 6 play against three or four pressers in the first two zones. Two wingers begin in the highest zone and may only drop after the ball crosses the first progression line.
Coaching Points
Wingers hold height until the first line is broken | Back three create width and central access | 6 moves to connect both sides | First receiver beyond the press can release a winger early | Do not bring all support toward the ball
Progressions
- Add a wide defender who can jump onto the winger after the first line break.
Regressions
- Use three pressers and enlarge the first build-up zone.
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