Soccer 3v2 Attacking Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- the attacking team (3 players) attempts to score on the goal with goalie
- the defending team (2 players) scores by dribbling across end line with support of the goalie as a
- third teammate
- play begins with a pass from the goal line by a defender to an attacker
- goals scored after having dribbled into end zone are awarded 2 points otherwise only 1 point
- if ball goes out of bounce it is dribbled back in
- no offside
- switch roles after 5-10 minutes
Variations
- play 4v3, 5v4, 3v3, 4v4 etc.
- 2 defenders stay connected by holding a pinnie
- 2 pairs of defenders stay connected by holding a pinnie
- play with offside
- minimum of 2-3 touches for attackers
- adjust size of field if necessary
Coaching Points
- Attacking: deception
- Attacking: set up defender
- Attacking: change of speed &direction
- Attacking: protect the ball
- Attacking: close control
- Attacking: angle, distance and timing of support
- Attacking: vision
- Attacking: body position - open to field
- Attacking: decision making
- Attacking: verbal and visual communication
- Defending: angle and speed of approach
- Defending: body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
- Defending: angle and distance of cover
- Defending: intercept pass
- Defending: change role of pressure and cover
- Defending: visual and verbal communication
