Session 287: Playing Out From The Back 8v5 to 8v8 Transition

Possession, Passing, Attacking, Defending, Pressing, Transition Youth Development Phase, Senior Phase 15+ Players Set up a half-pitch area divided into two equal zones: Zone 1 (build-up zone near the goal) and Zone 2 (progression zone toward midfield). PRO

Added February 2026

Drill diagram for Session 287: Playing Out From The Back 8v5 to 8v8 Transition
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Blue team starts with 8 players: GK, back 4, and midfield 3. Red team…
Coach GK distribution: Encourage use of feet for controlled passes to…
Progression: Limit touches (2-3) in Zone 1 to force quicker decisions and…
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