Soccer 5v2 Keep Away # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- groups of 7
- play 5v2 keep away with one defender in each half. play 2v2 inside the grid.
- grid (15yds x 25yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- 4 outside attacking players move around the grid
- the attacking player inside the grid can move all over the grid
- attacking team scores if the target player inside the grid receives and passes the ball to an outside player
- defenders must stay in their designated half
- outside players may pass to each other
Variations
- limit number of touches for outside players
- target player cannot pass to the outside player from which he received the pass
- 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
Difficulty: Intermediate
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Number of Players:
Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 8 to 11
Format: 5v2
