Attackers vs Defenders # 3
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 5+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing, Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal with goalie
- pinnies
Description:
- teams play 4v4
- 4 attackers vs. 4 defenders
- the attacking team tries to score as many goals as possible within 5 minutes
- if defenders win the ball they try to keep possession for as long as possible
- switch roles after 5 minutes
- team with most goals after 2 rounds wins
- kick-ins only
Variation:
- minimum of 2-3 touches
- defending team scores by keeping the ball for 10 seconds
- defending team can score by connecting 5 passes
- play 5v4, 6v4 etc.
- add neutral player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- supporting angle and distance to ball
- create space for others
- attack space behind defense
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
Defending:
- angle and distance of cover
- change role of pressure and cover
- visual and verbal communication
- control and restraint
- delay and channel
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