Soccer 8 Goal Game Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- play 3v3, 5v5, 6v6 etc.
- cones to mark off area
- 8 cone goals (2-3yds)
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks 4 cone goals
- 3 points for goals on the two middle goals and 1 point for the outer goals
Variations
- on coach's command teams can only score on specific goals (only outer goals or only inner goals)
- teams can only score on same colour goals
- a goal must come off a first touch shot
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- switch point of attack
