Build-Up Loss Emergency 3v3 — CBs Delay, 6 Recovers Central
A negative-transition exercise starting from controlled build-up. A forced central turnover creates an instant 3v3 attack toward goal, with the 6 recovering from ahead of the ball to restore central protection.
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Organization
Use a 40x34m build-up area toward a full-size goal with goalkeeper. Three build-up players plus a 6 circulate against pressers. On a coach-triggered or live regain, three attackers counter immediately against the two nearest CBs plus one recovering defender, while the 6 sprints centrally to help.
Coaching Points
Centre-backs delay and protect central route first | 6 recovery run is straight toward goal-side centre | Do not dive in after the turnover | Nearest defender slows the ball carrier, partner protects depth | Recovering 6 communicates when the block can step again
Progressions
- Allow a fourth attacker to join after four seconds if the defence has not recovered.
Regressions
- Start the 6 closer to the recovery line and narrow the counter channel.
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