Organization:
Field 30 x 20 yards. Two small goals. Keep track of score. No offside. Two teams of four players. When the ball is out of bounds, start with dribble or pass. No throw in. Teams play in a diamond formation.
Free kick; opponent needs to step 5 yards back.
Penalty kick; take 10 yards from empty goal.
Goal:
Improve overall technical and tactical skills. Improve soccer fitness/conditioning. Enjoyment.
Equipment:
Balls, cones, pinnies, two small goals.
Coaching Points:
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In ball possession make the field as long and wide as possible.
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Correct movement of the players when their team is in ball possession: attacker starts high and moves left/right to create a passing lane, the midfielders stay wide and move up or down the sideline to get open, defender starts back and moves left/rigth to receive the ball back and to keep the build up going.
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When the opponent has the ball, make the field small. Defenders come together towards the ball.
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Pressure the ball.
Game:
Keep track of the score.