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3-5-2 press: wing-backs jump

In a 3-5-2 press, the wing-backs jump forward to press the opposition full-backs while the back three shift across. Teaches a high press without leaving gaps.

U13 to adultAges
14 to 20 plus a keeperPlayers
Half pitchArea
20 minsTime

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Set-up

  • Opposition back four plus keeper and midfield.
  • Pressing team in a 3-5-2.

Equipment: Goal, cones, bibs, balls

How it works

  1. Strikers press the centre-backs.
  2. When the ball goes to a full-back, the near wing-back jumps to press.
  3. Back three shift over; midfield three lock the inside passes.

Coaching points

  • Wing-back jumps on the pass, not after it arrives.
  • Wide centre-back covers behind the wing-back.
  • Win it and attack the box.

Formations this drill suits

3-5-2 (11v11) drills

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Make it easier

  • Opposition two-touch

Make it harder

  • Opposition winger stays high to pin the wing-back

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