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Passing through the thirds
  • Passing
  • 8 -12

7v7+1 play through the thirds

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Written by Andy Maciel

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This is a small-sided game focused on moving the ball through the thirds with the ideal move being up, back and through. That and the +1 in the central area make this a great game for educating your player in 9v9 game play and tactics.

Coaching Objectives

Attackers:

  • Face and play forward as much as possible
  • Control tempo
  • Take mini touches
  • Move to create passing lines
  • Look for opportunities to play up, back and through

Defenders:

  • Control and restraint
  • Look for pressing triggers
  • Try to block passing lines
  • Force errors and try to cut out final pass

 

Drill Setup

  • 25 Mins
  • 15 Players
  • 2 Goals
  • 7 Bibs
  • Middle of a pitch y

What the Players Do

Play a 6v6 plus goalkeepers and a player who stays in the middle zone and plays for the team in possession.  The aim is to pass the ball through the thirds into attacking positions – the…

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