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26 Feb 12:51

🚨 NEW: 3 V 3 Build Up Wave Game | 97-P8

Master build-up play in a back three with this dynamic wave practice, designed to sharpen possession, passing precision, and decision-making under pressure.

A great practice to develop confidence in possession and forward passing. 💪
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3 V 3 Build Up Wave Game | 97-P8

00:00 Intro00:07 Practice Breakdown00:34 Key Point 1: Recognise & Exploit Gaps00:52 If Defenders Intercept - Switch Out Team Who Lost Possession01:16 Progression: Set Time Challenges for Penetration Master build-up play in a back three with this dynamic wave practice, designed to sharpen possession, passing precision, and decision-making under pressure. Players must work through a compact defensive block, using intelligent movement and combination play to break the lines with a penetrating pass. With continuous role rotations, this session challenges teams to transition quickly between attack and defence, reinforcing tactical awareness, defensive structure, and forward passing execution.

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25 Feb 13:05

⚽️ NEW: Break Lines to Attack | 54-P9

This 4 v 4 + 3 possession practice sharpens build-up play, focusing on a back three and midfield three while incorporating floaters for fluid movement. Let us know what you think of this practice...any changes you would make? 🤔
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Break Lines to Attack | 54-P9

00:00 Intro00:07 Practice Breakdown00:22 Key Point 1: Entice the Press00:45 Progression: Players Must be on Different Vertical Lines When Receiving 01:04 Defenders Regain = Become the Possession Team01:18 Key Point 2: Play on Different Lines to Create Effective Passing AnglesThis 4 v 4 + 3 possession practice sharpens build-up play, focusing on a back three and midfield three while incorporating floaters for fluid movement. Teams must retain possession under pressure, utilising quick passing and intelligent positioning to break lines and create scoring opportunities. Floaters provide key link-up play, while defenders look to win possession and counter quickly. We have a progression that focuses on players being aware of their positioning, ensuring continuous tactical and technical development. ⚽️

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24 Feb 12:58

🚨 NEW: Build Up Play Unopposed - Phase 1 | 352🚨

This week, we’re breaking down unopposed build-up play in the 3-5-2 formation, focusing on key tactical principles in Phase 1: Begin the Attack. 📋⚽

From maintaining numerical superiority to midfield rotations, wide overloads, and breaking defensive lines, we’ll cover how teams can progress through the thirds effectively.

🔗 Plus, we’ve got linked practices dropping each day until Friday, designed to help you implement these ideas on the pitch! Stay tuned! 👀🔥

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Build Up Play Unopposed - Phase 1 | 352

This series explores unopposed build-up play in the 3-5-2 formation, focusing on positional roles and key tactical principles in Phase 1: Begin the Attack. It covers maintaining numerical superiority, midfield rotations, wide overloads, and breaking defensive lines to progress through the thirds effectively.

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21 Feb 12:20

⚽️ 3rd Man Run Attacking Play | 66-P8

We end off this week's topic with a dynamic third-man run wave practice, designed to develop technical patterns that break defensive lines and create opportunities in the final third.

Check out all the practices and analysis in Theme | 66 Third Man Runs to Finish. 🔥
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3rd Man Run Attacking Play | 66-P8

00:00 Intro00:07 Practice Breakdown00:29 Key Point: Timing of Runs in Behind00:45 Defender Wins Possession = Pass to GK to Trigger Next Attack 01:04 Progression: Midfielder Makes 3rd Man Run in BehindUnlock attacking creativity with this dynamic third-man run wave practice, designed to develop technical patterns that break defensive lines and create opportunities in the final third. Players will work on combination play, movement, and timing to execute penetrating passes, with wingers making well-timed runs in behind to engage in 1 v 1 situations. The practice flows continuously, reinforcing quick decision-making, attacking transitions, and defensive recovery. A progression adds complexity, challenging a different player to make well timed 3rd man runs. 🔥⚽️

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20 Feb 12:26

🎉 Using the 3rd Man Run to Penetrate | 66-P10

Unlock your team's attacking potential with this phase of play practice, designed to break defensive lines using well-timed third-man runs. The focus is on building from the back, linking play through the number 10s, and creating space for wingers to exploit in behind. 🔥
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Using the 3rd Man Run to Penetrate | 66-P10

00:00 Intro00:09 Practice Breakdown00:32 Key Point 1: Set Pass on the Opposite Side to Create Space00:48 Progression 1: Introduce a Central Line and Zone01:12 Key Point 2: Playing Without Balance Allows Defenders to Intercept 01:25 Progression 2: Play Through or Around the Central Zone01:47 Key Point 3: Coordinated Go and Show Movements Unlock your team's attacking potential with this phase of play practice, designed to break defensive lines using well-timed third-man runs. The focus is on building from the back, linking play through the number 10s, and creating space for wingers to exploit in behind. Players will develop their ability to combine quickly, time movements effectively, and finish with precision. Two progressions add increasing challenges, keeping players engaged and ensuring continuous tactical development. 🔥⚽️

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19 Feb 13:06

🔥 3rd Man Breakout Runs - SSG | 66-P6

Unlock the attacking potential of your team with this small-sided game, designed to create and exploit space behind defensive lines through third-man runs. This practice sharpens third-man runs, quick passing combinations, and intelligent movement to break through compact defences. 🙌
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3rd Man Breakout Runs - SSG | 66-P6

00:00 Intro00:09 Practice Breakdown00:26 Solution 1: CM Finds Near Side Winger In Behind00:46 Solution 2: CM Finds the Opposite Winger01:16 Solution 3: CM Finds the Opposite Winger01:42 Solution 4 : Striker Drops to Receive and Play In Behind for WingerUnlock the attacking potential of your team with this small-sided game, designed to create and exploit space behind defensive lines through third-man runs. This practice sharpens third-man runs, quick passing combinations, and intelligent movement to break through compact defences. Through a series of structured solutions, players will learn how to manipulate opposition positioning, progress the ball effectively, and free wingers to attack dangerous areas. 🙌⚽️

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18 Feb 12:43

🔥 3rd Man Run Combinations to Finish | 95-P2

Sharpen your team's attacking play with this dynamic final third combination practice, designed to develop third-man runs and precise timing to break defensive lines. Your attacking players are going to enjoy this one! 🙌
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3rd Man Run Combinations to Finish | 95-P2

00:00 Intro00:07 Practice Breakdown00:24 Key Point 1: Timing of Runs In Behind - Stay Onside!00:42 Work Both Sides for Technical Balance00:48 Progression: Combine with Winger to Get In Behind01:16 Key Point 2: Go and Show Movement to Receive01:31 Alternate Sides for Technical BalanceSharpen your team's attacking play with this dynamic final third combination practice, designed to develop third-man runs and precise timing to break defensive lines. Players work through a series of quick passing patterns to unlock space, leading to a well-timed run and finish. We have added a progression that changes the build up pattern, developing different types of combinations to release the third man run. A great practice, that your midfielders and attacking players will love! 🔥

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17 Feb 12:53

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14 Feb 16:00

🤔 What’s your advice for managing parents and spectators on match day?


Experienced coaches, share your insights and lessons learned to support those new to the game. Your experience in handling challenges, managing expectations, and creating a positive environment can make a real difference for coaches just starting out! ⚽️

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14 Feb 13:26

💙 Pass with Heart: Valentine’s Combinations | 94-P12

Give your passing sessions a Valentine’s Day twist with this creative and dynamic practice! Designed to sharpen technical skills, combination play, and off-the-ball movement, players rotate through a heart-shaped setup, executing sharp passing sequences with one or two touches at high tempo. A perfect way to add fun and energy while reinforcing key fundamentals! 💙⚽️
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Pass with Heart: Valentine’s Combinations | 94-P12

00:00 Intro00:08 Practice Breakdown00:32 Key Point 1: Well Weighted & Accurate Passes00:49 Progression: Alter Switch & Introduce an Underlapping Run01:08 Key Point 2: Timing of Movement InsideAdd a creative twist to your passing sessions with this Valentine’s Day-themed practice, designed to sharpen technical skills, combination play, and movement off the ball. Players rotate through a heart-shaped setup, working on quick passing sequences with one or two touches while maintaining a high tempo. The structured pattern encourages precision, awareness, and fluidity in possession. To keep players engaged, a progression adds an extra challenge, further testing their speed and decision-making under pressure. 💙⚽️