Soccer Middle Line Cone Goal Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- cone goal on middle line (7-10yds)
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks one goal
- teams score 2 points if the ball is dribbled through the middle cone goal before player scores a goal otherwise only one
Variations
- players must take a minimum of 3 touches
- each team decides on a player whose goals count double
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- set up defender
- change of speed &direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- quick finish
- decision making
