Soccer 4v4 and 1v1 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams (field 1 teams teams play 4v4. field 2 teams play 1v1 on end lines with the winner replacing a player from his own team on grid #1)
- 2 goalies
- 1 grid (30yds x 40yds) and 1 grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- (field 1) teams teams play 4v4
- (field 2) teams play 1v1 on end lines with the winner replacing a player from his own team on grid #1
Variations
- winner on field #2 joins his team on field #1 without replacing anybody to make it a 5v4
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- fast paced
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- angle, distance and timing of support
- body position — open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
