Andrew Battison: UEFA A License sample session – 11v11

Andrew Battison: UEFA A License sample session – 11v11
Coach a team to defend efficiently in a 4-3-3 system against a team playing 4-4-2
system and like to play out from the GK
Set up:
4-3-3 V 4-4-2
Drop off: Engage in Middle 1/3 (look to counter)
Play Out: Spread out as far as possible, initially look to play through 1/3rds
CP’s:
-When to Press (angle of approach)/Hold/Drop
-Support (distances)
-Mark (which shoulder?)
-Cover (pinch/spoil)
Pictures:
9 Make Play predictable, Force play inside
7 & 11 Force play inside (strength in numbers)
Work as a unit –nothing in behind or down sides
4 Act as a sitter