Soccer 5v5 Dribble Lines Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (40yds x 50yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 4 mini goals. 2 cone goals (7-10yds)
  • pinnies
  • 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each team defends and attacks two mini goals
  • teams must dribble through the cone goal in the attacking half before they can score on one of the

Variations

  • add neutral player with unlimited touches
  • each player is allowed to defend only one designated player (switch pairs every 5 minutes)
  • minimum of two (three) touches
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • attack open space
  • protect the ball
  • change of speed &direction
  • shift as unit
  • switch point of attack
  • vision
  • decision making

Difficulty: advanced

Emphasis: Attacking, Dribbling, Finishing

Number of Players: 8+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

Format: 5v5

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