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

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