2v2 Challenge
This soccer drill focuses on putting players in 2v2 situations while attacking the goal. The dynamics of the games works on transitioning and fitness and demands on the players can be intense at times.
Soccer Drill contributed by: Chris Johnson
Soccer Drill Info:
This is for ages U10, U12, U14, U16. Run this soccer drill with at least 8 players but no more than 16. This soccer drill should last approximately 25 minutes on a 1/2 field. Make sure you have the following equipment: cones, goals, alternate jersey.
Soccer Drill Diagram
Setup:
Start the soccer drill by splitting the group into two teams with a keeper in goal. Place two cones approximately 20-25 yards from goal about 30 yards apart. Instruct one team to line up behind one cone and the other team line up behind the other team (don't worry about lines because the players will be involved very quickly). Create a 5 X 5 yard box about 10-15 yards past the two cones, and place all the balls in this box.
Instructions:
Have 2 players from each team enter the playing area. Each team will play 2v2 to goal as normal. However, the dynamics of the game begin when you introduce the two rules.
RULE 1: If a players shoots and the keeper saves it, or the shot misses the goal, the shooter must quickly run get their missed shot and dribble it back to the 5X5 box. That player will then goes to the end of their team’s line and await their turn again. Once the shooting player dribbles back into the 5X5 box, his team can send in another man to even up the match at 2v2. In the mean time, the other team will sprint to the 5X5 box attempting to catch the team who just missed a shot in a man down situation.
RULE 2: If a team scores a goal, they are awarded with a point, the opposing player closest to the ball will be out and must dig the ball out of the goal, and return the ball to the 5X5 box. In the mean time, the attacking team is sprinting to the 5X5 box attempting to tack advantage of a man down situation.
First team to 10 wins.
Variations:
* Limit players touches.
* Keep track of Off Sides.
* Play with 3v3 or 4v4.
Coaching Points:
* Build 2v2 quick.
* Quick transition between defense and offense
Focus:
Technical Dribbling, Technical Passing, Technical Shooting, Tactical Defending, Tactical Attacking, Tactical Support, Tactical Role of Striker, Tactical Role of Defender, Tactical Combination Play
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