Counter-Pressing in a 5 vs 3+2

Pitch: A pitch of 20 x 25 metres is set up in front of the goal; it runs from the penalty spot line to the two mini goals.

Equipment: 1 goal, 2 mini goals, cones and several balls.

Players: Ten players in two teams; two players initially stand on one touchline each. Plus a goalkeeper.

• The game is played 5 vs 3 at first, with the team in numerical superiority playing for possession.
• The two players on the touchlines do not join in at first.
• As soon as the team with fewer players wins the ball, the outside players join in as well and complete that team.
• The game is now played 5 vs 5 on the whole pitch; both teams look to score.
• The team that was previously outnumbered attacks the full-size goal, the team that previously had the extra players attacks the small goals.
• As soon as a finish has been taken or the ball goes out of play, the drill starts again.