Creating the Free Player
There are a wide range of methods through which a free player can be created in the attacking phases. The benefits of having an unmarked player during each stage of possession are clear, with retention and progression becoming far more seamless. However, achieving it isn’t…
Generating Forward Passing Lanes
In order to achieve the objective of progressing the ball into the spaces close to the opponent’s goal, a central element of any game model must involve the consistent creation of forward passing lanes. As we will see, a combination of intelligent build-up structures and innovative strategies can help to maximise the number of quality options ahead of the ball…