7v7 Possession Under Press
A 60-minute session for U12-U13 squads building possession habits when pressed. Counter-press mechanics, building out, maintaining width.
⏱Session timeline
▦Session blocks
Rondo 6v2 warm-up
10 min6v2 rondo with one-touch maximum for outer players after 4 minutes. Focus: first touch opens the body toward the next pass.
Build-out pattern 4+GK vs 3 press
15 minGK plus four defenders/midfielders build from back against three pressing forwards. Must reach halfway line before scoring. Passive press first, active press after 8 minutes.
7v7 with possession zones
25 min7v7 with scoring system: goal from a sequence of 6+ passes = 2pts. Goal after a switch of play = 2pts. Standard goal = 1pt. Rewards maintaining possession and using the width.
Review
10 minWhat triggered our possession losses today? Players identify 3 moments. Coach adds context.
◆What you'll need from yourself
Discipline to keep the build-out pattern under press. Most players will panic and kick long. Hold the standard in the drill phase.
!Common problems
Players abandoning the build-out in the full game. Expected. The habit builds over 3-4 sessions.