Soccer Fun Games Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • 2 goalies
  • cones to mark off area
  • 2 goals
  • pinnies
  • 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • all field players must play with clasped hands
  • if rule is broken it's an automatic free kick for the other team

Variations

  • play without goalies
  • all field players must carry a ball
  • all field players must carry a ball behind their back
  • all field players must have their hands clasped behind their back
  • players pair up and hold hands with their partner
  • players pair up and take their partner piggyback

Coaching Points

  • change of speed &direction
  • protect the ball
  • vision
  • close control
  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • body position - open to field
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Attacking, Defending, Dribbling

Number of Players: 8+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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