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Defensive shape shadow play

8–11 players
U12–U16
Easy
Defending

Defensive shape shadow play: the set-up from above

How it works

Back line and midfield move as a unit as the coach moves the ball. Stay compact and shift together.

Make it easier

Coach moves the ball slowly

Make it harder

Add live attackers

Less planning. More coaching.

CoachPoint plans your sessions with drills like this one for your team's age, keeps time on the pitch and sorts the subs on match day. See the app