3v2 - Delayed Defender Recovery

Attackers aim to move the ball quickly to score before the second defender recovers. Defenders aim to stall the play or win the ball.

Create a 20x20 yard grid with a large goal at one end and two mini goals at the other. Three attackers start on cones 10 yards apart at the top. Two defenders start 5 yards in front.

1. A defender passes the ball to any of the three attackers to start the play. 2. The passing defender must sprint around the outside of the starting cones before recovery-defending. 3. The three attackers must all touch the ball at least once before they are allowed to shoot. 4. The lone defender inside must delay the attack until their partner returns. 5. If defenders win the ball, they score in the mini goals.

Encourage the lone defender to 'show' the attacker outside and use body language to slow the play down without committing too early.