Soccer 4v4 Plus 4+4 Training Drill
Setup
- 3 teams. 2 teams play 4v4 inside the playing area
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 15-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- rest of the players are on the outside
- players can only pass to their (same colour) target players
- teams score by passing to a target player who passes it back to a third player
- switch roles evey 5-10 minutes
- players on the outside cannot challenge each other
Variations
- play 3v3 etc.
- limit number of touches
- players on the outside are allowed to pass to each other
- adjust size of field if necessary
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position - open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- first touch
