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5v5 defending sessions

3 sessions for 5v5 defending — 5v5 is the format for U8s and U9s. Smaller pitches, smaller goals, more of every player on the ball than the 7v7 game.

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What is 5v5 defending sessions?
3 sessions for 5v5 defending — 5v5 is the format for U8s and U9s. Smaller pitches, smaller goals, more of every player on the ball than the 7v7 game.

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