Soccer 5v2 Keep Away # 1 Training Drill

Setup

  • groups of 7
  • play 5v2 keep away with one defender in each half. play 2v2 inside the grid.
  • grid (15yds x 25yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • pinnies
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • 4 outside attacking players move around the grid
  • the attacking player inside the grid can move all over the grid
  • attacking team scores if the target player inside the grid receives and passes the ball to an outside player
  • defenders must stay in their designated half
  • outside players may pass to each other

Variations

  • limit number of touches for outside players
  • target player cannot pass to the outside player from which he received the pass
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • vision
  • body position - open to field
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • good first touch takes ball away from pressure

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