Soccer Circle Passing # 3 Training Drill

Setup

  • each group with a ball
  • cones to mark off area
  • good supply of balls
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • play two 4v1 keep aways
  • white team plays keep away from one red defender
  • red team plays keep away from one blue defender
  • unlimited touches to begin
  • if defender wins the ball he switches roles with player who touched it last

Variations

  • two touch passing
  • one touch passing
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • outside players must stay between cones
  • accuracy over power
  • communication
  • make eye contact
  • good first touch
  • vision

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Passing

Number of Players: 8+

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

Format:

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