Soccer Attackers vs Defenders # 3 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 4 attackers vs. 4 defenders
- 1 goalie
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal
- pinnies
- 15-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- the attacking team tries to score as many goals as possible within 5 minutes
- if defenders win the ball they try to keep possession for as long as possible
- switch roles after 5 minutes
- team with most goals after 2 rounds wins
- kick-ins only
Variations
- minimum of 2-3 touches
- defending team scores by keeping the ball for 10 seconds
- defending team can score by connecting 5 passes
- play 5v4, 6v4 etc.
- add neutral player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- Attacking: set up defender
- Attacking: change of speed &direction
- Attacking: protect the ball
- Attacking: vision
- Attacking: close control
- Attacking: supporting angle and distance to ball
- Attacking: create space for others
- Attacking: attack space behind defense
- Attacking: quality of preparation touch
- Attacking: aggressive and positive mentality
- Attacking: vision and anticipation
- Attacking: placement versus power
- Defending: angle and distance of cover
- Defending: change role of pressure and cover
- Defending: visual and verbal communication
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
