📋 Session Plan · Pressing
5v5 Adult Pressing Block
A tight 30-minute pressing top-up for adult squads. Counter-press, 5-second rule, and recovery shape.
⏱Session timeline
12m
13m
5m
▦Session blocks
1
Counter-press rondo
12 min5v2. On losing possession the outer players counter-press — 5 seconds to win it back. Count how many times counter-press works per 5-minute block.
2
5-second rule 5v5
13 min5v5. On losing possession: 5 seconds to win it back. If not won: drop into shape. Award 2pts for turnover in opponent half.
3
Free 5v5
5 minNo rules. Do pressing moments emerge naturally?
◆What you'll need from yourself
Trusting the 5-second rule to do the coaching. Don't intervene during the game. Intervene only in the debrief.
!Common problems
Players continuing to press after 5 seconds — enforce the reset strictly in the first block.
?Frequently asked questions
What age group is 5v5 Adult Pressing Block suitable for?
This session is designed for U16–adult. Adjust pitch size, ball size and numbers to suit your squad if they sit outside this range.
How many players do I need for 5v5 Adult Pressing Block?
This session works well with around 10 players. With fewer, reduce group sizes or rotate players through the blocks; with more, run extra stations so everyone stays active.
How long does 5v5 Adult Pressing Block take?
Allow around 30 min in total for this session, including the warm-up and main blocks.
What does 5v5 Adult Pressing Block focus on?
A tight 30-minute pressing top-up for adult squads. Counter-press, 5-second rule, and recovery shape.