Soccer
Recovery Run and Re-Press
Sprint back into a defensive position after being beaten
10 min
10 reps
Intermediate
Why this drill
improve path after attacker gains advantage.
Setup
Attacker starts half-step ahead with goal/gate target.
Instructions
- 1Start beaten by an attacker who has a two-yard head start.
- 2Sprint on a curved recovery angle to get goal-side, not straight-line chase.
- 3Slow into a jockey position once level, don't dive in immediately.
- 4Force the attacker wide away from the goal.
Key feel
Curving the run to arrive goal-side rather than chasing from behind.
Success cue
Defender closes useful space and regains playable leverage.
Recommended reps
10 reps
Progression
Add live finish.
Common mistake
Sprinting straight at the attacker's back and taking a bad angle.