Soccer 5v3 Possession & Finishing Training Drill

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Setup

• 2 teams
• grid (25yds x 35yds)
• cones to mark off area
• pinnies
• 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

• tall cones are positioned 5-6yds in from the end lines
• teams score by knocking over the cones with the game ball
• defenders can block shots and maintain possession themselves
• if ball goes out of bounds the ball is kicked back in (kick-ins)
• switch roles every 2-3 minutes

Variations

• vary number of defenders and attackers but make sure to have one target per defender on the grid
• limit number of touches
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

• communication
• create supporting angles
• quick transitions
• quick finishing
• eye on ball
• quality of preparation touch
• aggressive and positive mentality
• placement versus power
• positioning to gain an advantage (behind targets?)