Soccer Three Cone Goal Game Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- play 4v4, 5v5 etc.
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (3-5yds)
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players score by dribbling through a cone goal
- once a cone goal has been dribbled through it cannot be scored on the next round (goals only count
- on other three goals)
Variations
- add a neutral player
- minimum of 3 touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- set up defender
- change of speed &direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- quality of preparation touch
- switch point of attack
- angle, distance and timing of support
- verbal and visual communication
