Soccer 4v4 Plus 4 Multiple Balls Training Drill

Setup

  • 3 teams
  • play 4v4 inside the grid
  • grid (30yds x 35yds)
  • 4 neutral players around the grid
  • cones to mark off area
  • pinnies
  • 15-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • two of the four neutral players have soccer balls
  • players inside the grid score by passing to a neutral player who doesn't have a ball
  • once a goal is scored the passer runs to receive a new ball from another neutral player as shown
  • team with most “goals” after 5 minutes stays and other team switches roles with neutral players

Variations

  • vary number of pairs inside the grid
  • vary number of neutral players with a ball
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • disguise
  • vision
  • first touch
  • communication
  • quick decision making
  • accuracy over power

Difficulty: advanced

Emphasis: Passing, Possession

Number of Players: 10+

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

Format: 4v4

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