Soccer Wing Goals # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals. 2 cone gates (3-5yds)
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 15-30 min
Rules & Objectives
- teams can score on both goals
- 2 cone goals on both sides of midfield as shown
- each team has different scoring restrictions
- if one team wins the ball it can only score in the goal of the other half
- if the other team wins the ball it must pass through the cone goals to a teammate before it is allowed to score
Variations
- add a neutral player
- players must stay in their designated half (i.e. 2v2 in each half)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- quick transition
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- positioning to gain an advantage
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- shape of team to maintain possession
