Soccer Middle Third Transition Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- 3 zones
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks a goal
- players can move ball into next zone only by passing it to a teammate
Variations
- 2 touches max. in defending and attacking third (free play in middle zone)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- vision
- constant movement
- angles of support to receive ball
- good ball movement
