Soccer Pressing

High Press vs Buildup 5v5+GKs

One team builds from the goalkeeper; the other presses high to force mistakes and score.

25 minDuration
12 playersGroup size
AdvancedDifficulty
Half pitchSpace needed
Bibs, goals, ballsEquipment

Setup

Half pitch. GK + 4 defenders vs 4 midfielders + attacking striker.

Instructions

  1. GK starts with the ball.
  2. Pressing team aims to win the ball in the final third.
  3. Building team aims to play through the press and score.
  4. Swap roles every 5 minutes.

Coaching Points

✓ Press as a unit — trigger from the front.
✓ Trap ball wide, then outnumber.
✓ Building team — goalkeeper is always an option.

Progressions

→ Building team scores if they complete 10 passes.
→ Press team scores directly if they win in the final third.
→ Add neutral midfield link player.

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