Soccer Multi Goal Scrimmage Training Drill

Basic Information

Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending

Field Preparation:

• 2 teams
• grid (40yds x 50yds)
• cones to mark off area
• 2 mini goals
• 4 cone goals (4-5yds)
• pinnies

Description:

• each team defends one mini goal and 2 cone goals
• teams can score on cone goals by dribbling through it
• teams start defending mini goals only
• on coach’s command teams defend two designated cone goals only
• play multiple rounds

Variation:

• one team scores on mini goals and the other team on cone goals (on coach’s command teams switch roles /
• teams switch roles after each goal)
• coach plays ball in (high/low throw, high/low pass)
• add neutral player
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points:

• change of direction and speed
• deception
• set up defender
• protect the ball
• vision
• angle, distance and timing of support
• decision making
• verbal and visual communication
• quick transitions

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