Soccer 4v4 On 4 Goals Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals. 2 cone goals (4-5yds)
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- one team defends both goals with goalkeeper
- other team defends both cone goals (can be scored on from both sides)
Variations
- if a team scores it keeps possession and direction of play changes
- each team defends one cone goal and can score on either goal with goalkeeper
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- Attacking: set up defender
- Attacking: supporting angle and distance to ball
- Attacking: create space for others
- Attacking: quality of preparation touch
- Attacking: aggressive and positive mentality
- Attacking: switch point of attack
- Attacking: use width of field
- Attacking: quick finish
- Defending: angle and distance of cover
- Defending: change role of pressure and cover
- Defending: visual and verbal communication
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
