This can then lead to chances, because the team is in possession close to goal and the opposition may have started to transition to their in-possession shape, which could leave gaps in their structure.
The main benefit of counter-pressing is that it can lead to quick regains high up the pitch. This can then lead to chances, because the team is in possession close to goal and the opposition may have started to transition to their in-possession shape, which could leave gaps in their structure. Teams that counter-press well score lots of their goals following turnovers high up the pitch.