Soccer Forward Passes # 7 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- players must stay in their designated zone
- 2 goalies
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- middle zone 10 yards deep
- teams play 3v2 in each end zone
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals
- pinnies
- 20-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- teams must attempt to pass the ball to a neutral in the neutral zone who relays it to an attacking player
- switch roles every 4-5 minutes
Variations
- one target player per team in neutral zone who cannot challenge each other
- limit number of touches for attackers and/or defenders
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- spread out attack
- quick finish
- first touch takes ball away from pressure
- support position lateral to ball
