Press and Counter Press Game

Improved ability to press and counter press, as well as play through a press.

Attacking Points - Think, look, and play forward. - Select the correct weight of pass when passing in behind. - Be composed on the finish. - Big touches to gain space when going to goal. Defenders - Press Aggressively, but with intent. - 1st Defender presses - shows the player on the ball one way to make the pass predictable. - Other defenders provide cover & immediately presses the pass. - Chase the attacker, pressure them. Attacking Transition - Player who wins the ball is the most vulnerable. They will be pressed immediately so release the ball quickly. Defensive Transitions - Change of attitude to aggressive defence.