Written by Dave Clarke
Passing through central areas
This warm up works for teams that build up from the back through midfield and into attack passing between the lines using vertical pass. Players use fast combinations with the ball moving at speed.
Coaching Objectives
- Support play with good position
- Scan before receiving
- Be diagonal to the ball
- Pass into player's runs
- Receive on the back foot
- Be open to the play when receiving
- Vertical passes between the lines
Drill Setup
- 20 Mins
- 6 and upwards Players
- 2 Bibs
- 40 x 20 y
What the Players Do
Split the area into three zones with outer zone 15 x 20 yards and central zone of 10 x 20 yards with pairs of players running through the course. They use different combinations with the yellow…4v4+2 Possession
Utilising overloads and creating passing lanes will help players keep possession and dominate the opposition. This drill will allow players to work on these techniques.
Coaching Objectives
Good technique on the ball and movement off the ball is key in keeping possession, finding passing lanes to receive is also important in order to dominate the ball and take advantage of the overload.
Drill Setup
- 30 Mins
- 10 Players
- 10 Bibs
- 20x30 y
What the Players Do
Area 20x20 - spilt into 4 equal boxes. Players split into 2 teams of 4 with two ‘magic’ players who play with the team in possession. Aim of the…Progressive Overload Battle: From 1v1 to 6v6
A dynamic overload game developing attacking combinations, quick transitions, and defensive organisation through progressive build-up from 1v1 to 6v6.
Coaching Objectives
To enhance players’ understanding of attacking overloads, quick transition play, and finishing under pressure. The drill encourages teamwork, spatial awareness, and defensive recovery as numerical advantages change rapidly.
Drill Setup
- 30 Mins
- 13 Players
- 1 main 2 mini Goals
- 2 sets Bibs
- Penalty Area y
Technique Tips
- Attackers: Drive at defenders, use overlaps and quick passing combinations.
- Defenders: Delay, force wide, and communicate clearly.
- Finishing: Strike cleanly and decisively — accuracy before power.
What the Players Do
Divide players into two teams of six. Team A defends the main goal (with a goalkeeper). Team B defends two mini goals on the opposite end. Coach starts play by passing to a Team B player, who…Continue Reading For Free
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