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Futsal Defending Session

A 50-minute defending session for U11–U14 — individual marking, pressing, and the defensive diamond.

Duration50 min AgeU11–U14 Players10 FocusIndividual marking and team de
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⏱Session timeline

8m
12m
13m
15m
2m

▦Session blocks

1

Reaction warm-up

8 min

Quick reaction and footwork games to prime defensive movement.

2

Individual marking

12 min

1v1 marking — goal-side, tight, reacting to the attacker.

3

Pressing & covering

13 min

2v2 press and cover. One presses, one covers — never both to the ball.

4

Defensive game

15 min

Small-sided game emphasising defensive shape and recovery.

5

Cool-down

2 min

Feedback on defensive decisions.

◆What you'll need from yourself

High energy and a quick tempo — futsal sessions move fast. Keep the ball rolling, minimise queues, and keep every player active.

!Common problems

Players reverting to football habits (letting the ball run, using the inside of the foot for everything). Keep reinforcing sole control and the quick, tight futsal style.