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Defending Functions are training exercises which are tasked at developing players/teams proficiency in defensive situations. Defensive functions may involve whole team or individual unit defending & may or may not involve tactical information specific to a teams defensive shape. Specific defensive coaching is an area of the game which is often under-appreciated in team development despite the obvious value of instilling strong defensive qualities in players.

3 Ball Red Zone Defending

High tempo defending session with players experiencing 3 different types of attack - 1) 3v3 Counter-Attack, 2) Whipped Cross, 3) Shot from the edge of the box.

Pre-Season Final 3rd Defending

Phase 1: Red's play out into mini-goals. Phase 2: Red defend 3v2, with full-backs recovering. Phase 3: Repeat P2, with opposite defenders recovering.

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