Step by step
- Two in zones in front of goal, two marking goal-side, one on the edge, one up for the counter.
- The zonal player attacks the ball and clears it high and wide.
- Everyone pushes out together. Their attackers are left behind, and we can break.
When to use it
Every corner against you. The same jobs every time help young players feel confident.
Coaching points
- Zonal players attack the ball in their space: first contact wins.
- Markers stand goal-side and keep their runner in view.
- One player at the edge of the box for clearances and to start a counter.
- After the clearance, everyone steps out together so their attackers are left behind.
With younger players
Give each child a cone to stand by and one job. Praise the push out as much as the clearance.