Recovery Run: 8v8

Set up

Field

Mark a 65x45 yrd area. Clearly identify the halfway line.

Players

16 or more players. Use 2 GKs and play 7vs7 with field players. Organize the 7v7 teams in either a 3-2-2 or 3-3-1 shape.

Keeper

Yes. Two goalkeepers.

How it runs

1. 1.Whenever a team loses the ball in the opponent's half, that team must recover into its own half.
2. 2.Only 1 player may stay higher to press the ball while the rest of the team drops.
3. 3.Use standard offside rules.
4. 4.If any player other than the designated presser makes a challenge in the opponent's half, award a free kick.