Soccer 4v4 End Zone Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- 2 end zones (4-5yds deep)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- teams score if a player receives a pass inside the end zone
- the player must make a run into the end zone to receive the pass (he cannot wait inside the end zone)
Variations
- teams must connect two (three) passes before they can make a pass into the end zone
- limit number of touches
- add a neutral player
- play 5v5, 6v6 etc.
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- timing of passes
- good first touch into space
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position — open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- constant movement
