Rapid Defending Wave 5v5
Wave defending game that exposes a defensive unit to repeated attacks, demanding quick recovery, communication and collective protection of goal.
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Organization
Use half a pitch with a full goal and goalkeeper. A defending group of five faces successive attacking waves. New attackers enter quickly after each action while defenders must reset and organise.
Coaching Points
Recover central positions first; identify pressure and cover; communicate runners; keep distances compact; clear danger and reset immediately.
Progressions
- Reduce reset time or allow attackers to enter from different starting positions.
Regressions
- Slow the restart and give defenders more time to recover shape.
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