Soccer 5v5 Three Cone Goals + Wallers Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (40yds x 50yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 6 cone goals (2-4yds)
  • pinnies
  • 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each team defends and attacks three cone goals
  • teams must pass to a wall player before they can score
  • wall players must play one-touch

Variations

  • vary number of touches allowed for wall players and/or field players
  • vary number of goals on each goal line
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • constant movement
  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • vision
  • body position — open to field
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • switch point of attack

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Attacking, Passing

Number of Players: 8+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 8 to 11

Format: 5v5

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