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THE ALLEYWAY.

This video is about how to deal with low blocks when you’re not getting clean 1v1 situations.

Instead of forcing the isolation wide, the solution is to use the alleyway between the midfield line and the back line.

When you run into that space, you move across the defensive structure, forcing multiple players to react, communicate, and pass you on.

That creates delay.

And delay gives you time.

As you enter central areas, your angle to goal improves with every touch, and defenders become more hesitant.

The key moment is when you arrive at the top of the box.

Zone 14.

This is where the decision has to be clear.

No overthinking.

No extra pass.

Shoot.

The angle is already there, the goalkeeper is often screened, and you only need a small adjustment to get the shot off.

Use the alleyway.
Attack the central space.
Finish the action.

That’s how you break down a low block.

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