Soccer Moveable Goal # 2 Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (20yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per player (except for target players)
  • pinnies
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • target players hold a pinnie between them and move around the grid
  • players dribble and try to score by passing between target players from opposing team
  • rotate target players
  • team to score most goals within 90 seconds wins

Variations

  • add one or two defenders
  • no point is awarded once the ball leaves the grid after a pass
  • attackers have only one or two balls which they have pass to each other and between targets to score a point
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • vision
  • head up
  • close control
  • soft touches
  • move away from pressure
  • target players always keep same distance
  • accuracy
  • weight of pass

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing

Number of Players: 10+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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