Defensive SSG - Diego Simeone

Pitch is divided into 4 areas, reds are at each end.

Goals are not used initially used at the start. The
yellows look to pass the ball amongst themselves to try
and create an opening to then play the ball to the red
behind the purples. This can be done on a points scoring
system. The red now gives the ball to the purple team,
they must now try to do the same. Most points in a set
amount of time wins.

Progression

- Now add in goals, the emphasis is on the speed of play

and creating an opening to score in a small goal. The
red can defend both goals and if they win possession.
They give the ball to the team they are defending for.

- One

touch finish/final pass to end zone/goal.

Q. How can your defensive shape/set up affect your level

of success in winning back the ball?

Q. What is the first thing you are looking to do if you
do win back possession? (Can you play early? Switch the
ball quickly?)