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Initial setup. 1 has the ball at the top, 5 on the left wing.
DESCRIPTION
Step up from the 4v1: two defenders force quicker decisions and sharper body positioning. The classic Barcelona warm-up. Develops scanning, weight of pass, and composure under pressure.
COACHING POINTS
• Always one outlet pass and one switch option visible before you receive
• First touch out of your feet — never into them
• Disguise the pass: look one way, play the other
• Defenders work as a pair, one presses, one covers the switch
• Count consecutive passes — beat your record
Progression: limit to two-touch then one-touch. Shrink to 10-yard box. Add a 'must reach 8 passes before scoring' rule.
Regression: 14-yard box, unlimited touches, defenders walk only.