Soccer Small Sided Shooting Game # 6 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- play 3v1 in each half
- 2 goalies
- good supply of cones
- 2 goals
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- players must stay in their designated half
- objective is to score a goal by shooting from your own half
- three players in possession may play back to their goalkeeper
- the forward in the attacking half pressures the ball
- the defending team tries to block all shots
- no throw ins, corners or goal kicks
- the ball always starts with the goalie
Variations
- teams must connect 5 passes before they can score
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
- switch point of attack
