Soccer Robbers and Thieves Training Drill
Setup
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- objective for players is to steal balls from other zones and take them to their own zone
- players cannot challenge opponents
- group with most balls after one minute wins
- play multiple rounds
Variations
- specify how players must dribble (left or right foot, inside or outside foot etc.)
- players are allowed to challenge other players inside playing area (not in the corners!)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- head up
- change of speed &direction
- quick decision making
- communication with partner
- agility and balance
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
