Soccer 4v1 Keep Away Training Drill

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Setup

• groups of 5
• grid (12yds x 12yds)
• cones to mark off area
• 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

• players on the outside of grid try to keep possession by passing the ball around
• defending player switches with the attacking player who makes an error
• players can move up and down their lines but cannot come inside the grid
• first pass is free

Variations

• outside players cannot pass back to pass giver
• add a second defender
• regular 4v1 keep away with all players inside the grid
• switch defender if he intercepts 3 passes
• limit number of touches for players on the outside
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

• angle, distance and timing of support
• vision
• body position - open to field
• decision making
• verbal and visual communication
• good first touch takes ball away from pressure
• weight of pass
• accuracy
• disguise