Press Trigger

Objective

Recognise the press trigger and execute a coordinated team press.

Equipment

• Ball
• Cones
• Bibs

Instructions

1. 1

   3 attackers build from the back in a 25x20 yard zone against 3 defenders.

2. 2

   Defenders hold a compact shape. When the ball goes to a wide attacker's back foot or a poor first touch occurs, the nearest defender presses hard — this is the trigger.

3. 3

   Remaining two defenders shift to cut off passing lanes.

4. 4

   Rotate roles every 4 minutes.

Coaching Points

• ✓ The trigger must be clear: back foot or heavy touch only — not every pass.
• ✓ When one presses, the other two must shift immediately — not after watching.
• ✓ If the trigger is missed, reset — do not chase.

Variations

• → Add a fourth attacker to challenge the press further.