Soccer 5v4 Endzones Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- play 5v4 plus neutral player
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 15-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks one end zone
- players score by dribbling into endzone with control of the ball
- switch roles after 3-4 minutes
Variations
- play 6v5, 5v4, 4v3 plus 1 neutral player
- play 5v5 where each player is allowed to defend only one designated player (switch pairs every 5 minutes)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- attack open space
- protect the ball
- change of speed &direction
- take on defender
- vision
