The outer midfielders need to be open to a pass from the central midfielder so need to move as play develops to be in a position to receive.

Players need to be controlling the ball with one touch then making an accurate pass with the other foot. The most accurate pass will be with the side foot after making the turn from a good first touch.

Pay attention to the passes and the speed which the ball circulates at. Never lose control over the speed of the ball, speed up or slow down the ball’s speed.

Central midfielders need to be able to receive and pass in a variety of ways

Central passing and receiving

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Written by Dave Clarke

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Central midfielders need to receive the ball and distribute it in many ways. Get your players to create movement under pressure and watch them develop their distribution

Coaching Objectives

Central midfielders are key to how the team progresses the ball, so they need to be able to comfortably receive the ball and pass it to create goal scoring chances.

Drill Setup

10 Mins
5 Players
1 Bibs
20x20 y

What the Players Do

For this drill you need an area 20x20 yards with red and white cones creating gates surrounding the centre, 5 players, bibs and balls. Play for 10 minutes. Start with one player in the centre of…

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