Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Roles & Responsibilities 1-4-4-1-1 formation

Full Backs

Full Backs

In Possession

Try to get on the ball from the Goalkeeper.

Recognise when to get forward to suport the attacking play and

when to stay back.

Look for forward passes which break lines.

Recognise when to come inside with or to receive the ball.

Out of Possession

Try to be close enough to the opposition wide player to pressure

their first touch.

Try to show opponents inside until level with the penalty box, then

show down the line.

Look to take quick throw-ins on your side of the pitch.

Central Midfielders

Central Midfielders

In Possession

Try to create space to receive the ball but be prepared to take it in tight situations.

Try to receive the ball sideways on, allowing you to have the option to run, pass or dribble forwards.

Try to make passes which break lines to forwards or wide midfield players.

Out of Possession

Try to develop an understanding with your midfield partner so that when one joins the attack, the other holds in a defensive role.

Play a high pressure game in midfield, try to intercept passes.

Break up the opposition play.

Try to force the opposition to play wide or backwards.

Shadow Striker

Shadow Striker

In Possession

Try to link play from midfield into dangerous attacking positions using combination play or individual skill.

Try to operate in pockets of space between the opposition's midfield and defensive lines and be willing to receive the ball in tight areas.

Try to always be in a position to support the striker when the ball is played up to the number 9.

Out of Possession

Help the number 9 to stop the opposition defence from playing out from the back. Try to make play predictable.

If they play with a deep MF player, or a CB who carries the ball forward, engage them early - try to prevent forward passes.

Provide support for for team mates, try to win the ball from the "wrong side" by doubling up.