Soccer Attacking Play w Neutrals Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • 2 goalies
  • middle zone 10-15 yards deep
  • cones to mark off area
  • 2 goals
  • pinnies
  • 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each team defends and attacks one goal
  • teams must pass to a neutral wall player before they can score
  • the wall players can only participate from the outside the middle zone

Variations

  • allow neutral player to work from inside the middle zone only
  • limit number of touches for neutral wall players
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • body position - open to field
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • quick finish
  • support position lateral to ball
  • switch point of attack
  • spread out the attack

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