A tactical analysis of Arne Slot and his out-of-possession tactics at Feyenoord.
In this practice, we cover Slot's high-pressing strategy and related patterns.
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STRUCTURE
• Area sizes: Half of a relevant pitch
• Arrange the pitch as shown in the video. Place a goal at the top of the pitch. Provide pitch markings to show channels.
• The practice requires thirteen (13) outfield players split into a team of seven (7) and a team of (6).
• The practice requires a goalkeeper.
• The practice starts with the blue goalkeeper.
• The blue team’s objective is to pass the ball into the (#8) or (#10) beyond the halfway line. If they pass the ball into the coach, the ball is immediately played back into the red team.
• The red team’s objective is to win the ball back and score as quickly as possible.
• Ball one (1) and two (2) - Work through pressing pattern one (1) at 50% intensity and coach the roles and responsibilities within this press.
• Ball three (3) and four (4) - Play a live game.
• Repeat with pressing pattern two (2).
STRESSES
• Encourage the red team to score within 5 seconds upon winning the ball.
• Encourage the blue team to move the ball quickly.
• Adjust the formation of the blue team to provide different scenarios.
• PHYSICAL LOAD: Adjust area sizes based on physical outcomes. Use larger areas for high sprints/distances and smaller areas for accelerations/decelerations.
SOLUTIONS
TEAM
• SHAPE - Compact to force play into wide areas
• SHIFT TO PRESS - Close spaces in wide area
• SHIFT TO PROTECT - Protect central areas
• SECURE - Pinch, intercept, or force a mistake
COACHES TIP
“Scan to see where the defender take their position
before shifting the ball”