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Attacking

6v4 Attack vs Defence — Transition Focus

Six attackers versus four defenders plus GK in a half-field shape

Theme

Attacking

Duration

18 min

Players (min–rec–max)

10–10–10

Equipment

4 balls, 2 small goals, cones

Set-up

Six attackers versus four defenders plus GK in a half-field shape. Attackers try to score; if defenders win the ball they counter to two small goals at the halfway line. Swap roles after each sequence ends.

Coaching points

  • Attackers: use the overload — don't force it through the middle when the wide channel is open
  • Defenders: when you win it, go immediately — the counter window closes fast
  • GK: talk to your defenders, you can see the whole picture

Progressions

  • Reduce to 5v4 so attackers must work harder for their superiority
  • Defenders score extra points if they counter within three seconds of winning the ball