Written by Dave Clarke
4v4+1 Positioning Game
Creating triangles with other team mates is key to this game but it has just a one player overload making possession more difficult.
Coaching Objectives
Good passing technique with players using the passing lanes and creating space in different areas of the pitch.
Play takes place within the area.
Drill Setup
- 15 Mins
- 9 Players
- 5 Bibs
- 15 x 15 y
What the Players Do
You need two teams of 4 players and a magic man who plays for the team in possession making it 5 v 4 to whoever is in possession. Using triangles and passing lanes the team keeps the ball for as long…Square Rondos
Keeping the opposition away from the ball is one of the best ways at transferring the ball to dangerous positions. This will get your players keeping the ball like Manchester City!
Coaching Objectives
The main goals of this drill are to improve players' passing accuracy, first touch, and decision-making in tight spaces. Players will learn to maintain possession under pressure while developing spatial awareness and effective communication.
Drill Setup
- 20 Mins
- 12 Players
- 8 Bibs
- 40x40 y
Technique Tips
- Body Positioning: Encourage players to position their bodies to receive the ball on the half-turn, allowing them to see both the ball and the field.
- Quick Passes: Focus on making quick, accurate passes to keep the ball moving and avoid interceptions.
- Scanning: Players should scan their surroundings before receiving the ball to anticipate pressure and make quicker decisions.
- Communication: Constant communication is key to ensuring teammates know where to pass and how to support each other.
What the Players Do
Set up by using an area 40x40 yards, with a 30x30 yard square in the centre. You need balls, bibs and cones. Split your players in to three teams of 4, two teams in the centre square and the…Win the ball Back
In this Rondo players are urged to win the ball back in 6 seconds so the opposition never get a chance to settle.
Coaching Objectives
In a Rondo we are looking to develop one and two touch passing, tempo of play, movement, short and long passing and the ability to keep the ball under pressure.
Split the area into two zones 10x15. Three teams of four players.
Drill Setup
- 25 Mins
- 12 Players
- 8 Bibs
- 20 x 15 y
Technique Tips
- Good first touch and ability to turn and move quickly.
- Receive on back foot so turning is easier.
- Quick one and two touch passing.
What the Players Do
Two teams of four are on one side of the area with the third team having three players on the sides of the square playing 4v4 and one player on the far end of the other half. The team in possession of…Continue Reading For Free
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