Soccer 4v1 Passing Game w Target Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (15yds x 15yds)
  • center box (3yds x 3yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • good supply of balls
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • outside players pass the ball around from outside the grid trying to find an opening to knock the
  • ball off the cone in the center box
  • the defender moves around the center box to block all shots
  • the defender cannot leave the grid to pressure the ball

Variations

  • add a second defender
  • add another target (ball placed on cone)
  • add a second ball for the attackers to pass around
  • limit number of touches
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • weight of pass
  • accuracy
  • disguise
  • quality of preparation touch
  • contact surface
  • aggressive and positive mentality
  • vision and anticipation

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Additional Drills