Soccer 4v3 Keep Away Training Drill
Setup
- groups of 6
- grid (15yds x 25yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- play 4v3 keep away with one defender in each half
- 4 outside attacking players move around the grid
- attacking players must play pass across at least one half of the grid
- one defender must stay in each half, the third defender is allowed to enter both halves
- defending player switches with the attacking player who makes an error
Variations
- attacking players score by passing in between two defenders
- limit number of touches
- 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
