Game format 2: 8 vs. 8 + goalkeeper in one half on 2 goals

- The focus of this game format is on practising the passing and movement patterns in pressing with the follow-up actions of 'quick transition from defence to attack' and ball control after winning possession. Additionally, the team in possession practices off-the-ball movement with the goal of scoring. - The goal for the defenders is to either win possession or force the attacker into a non-dangerous area to the side and, through double-teaming or tucking in, block the passing lane to the goal/to a teammate. The midfielder tries to double-team or close the passing lane. - On offence, constant movement and quick, precise passing is required. A deep staggering of players should be maintained according to the 3-4-1 formation (variable 2-3-2-1, etc.), and consequently, moving on a flat line should be avoided (deep staggering means creating passing options). The wide players should use the full width of the field and position themselves at the sideline. - Through passes into depth (to the strikers), the defensive line is drawn into forward movement. By switching the ball to the flanks, the defensive line is forced to shift forward and sideways. This creates space in depth for the attacking team and also the opportunity to switch play diagonally to the open side. - Triangles must be constantly formed to offer passing options. - The teams should be in constant motion. Players try to continuously make themselves available and offer passing options to their teammates. - Getting stuck in a tight space should be avoided. Therefore, switches of play and through balls should be played regularly. - This game format requires an enormous amount of running and tactical awareness and is characterised by constant communication and interplay between both halves of the field. - 5 cones, 2 full-size goal(s)