Soccer 5v5 Through Wing Goals Training Drill


5v5 Through Wing Goals

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Basic Information

Age Group (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players 8+
Difficulty Hard
Time 20-30 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing, Attacking, Defending

Field Preparation:

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

Description:

  • teams must dribble the ball through one of the two cone goals in attacking half before they can score
  • goal after a cross counts for 2 points

Variation:

  • teams must connect a pass through one of the two cone goals in the attacking half before they can score
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points:

  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • vision
  • body position — open to field
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • switch point of attack
  • first touch

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