Soccer Passing Into Target Areas # 4 Training Drill

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Setup

• 3 teams
• grid (25yds x 40yds)
• target areas (5 x 5yds)
• cones to mark off area
• pinnies
• 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

• neutral players are responsible for keeping balls in play from the middle line
• players attempt to pass into target area to player who connects to a third teammate with a 1 or 2 touch pass in
• order to score a point
• switch roles once a team has five points

Variations

• play 4 v 4, 5 v 5, 6 v 6 etc.
• players must play a lofted pass to target player
• limit number of touches for field players
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

• angle, distance and timing of support
• vision
• decision making
• verbal and visual communication
• switch point of attack away from pressure
• keep the ball moving with quick accurate passing