Soccer Match Condition Training Drill

Basic Information

Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending

Field Preparation:

• 2 teams
• grid (30yds x 40yds)
• cones to mark off area
• 2 goals with goalies
• pinnies

Description:

• multiple 1v1s (players can only defend a designated player and cannot tackle another attacker)
• 3 points if goal scorer beats defender with a move
• 1 point to beat a defender
• finish session without restriction

Variation:

• rotate players every 2-3 goals
• no forward passes in attacking half
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points:

• explosiveness
• exploit space
• get defender off balance
• change of speed & direction
• protect the ball
• take on defender

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