Soccer Four Goal Game Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals. 4 cone goals (3-4yds)
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- attackers (red) defend goal with goalie and cone goals
- defenders can score on goal with goalie or by dribbling through cone goals
- goalkeeper can defend cone goals only with his feet and the large goal with his hands
- 1 point for a goal on cone goal and 3 points for a goal on large goal
- all restarts due to out of bounds, fouls, goals, are started by the goalies (no punting allowed)
- switch roles after 5-10 minutes
Variations
- minimum of three touches
- if “defenders” score direction of play changes
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- switch point of attack
- attack open space
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- vision
- close control
- quick finish
