Ball possession 2 v 2 + 4 neutral players: scoring at the small goal

Goal:

Possession

Soccer Tactics

Equipment

Markers
4 small goal or 8 cones
4 vests (2 red, 2 green)
Balls

Preparation

Playing area: 25x18 meters
Players: 8
Duration: 12 minutes
Series: 3 series of 2 minutes and 30 seconds with 1 minute and 30 seconds of recovery

Ball possession 2 v 2 + 4 neutral players: scoring at the small goal

Summary

Simplified game 2 v 2 + 4 neutral players to train ball possession

Secondary Objectives

Creating space, Transition, Mark, 2v2, Passing, Shooting, Receiving to turn, Intercepting, Tackling, Oriented control, Losing your marker, Pass, Finishing, Marking, Intercepting, Tackling, 2 versus 2, Ball possession, Transitions

Organization

Form a 25x18 meters field using the markers. Place 2 small goals 2 meters wide on both short sides (as shown in the figure). Arrange 2 red players vs 2 green players inside the field. On each field side place a neutral player (white in the figure). Form an equal field to involve the whole team.

Description

On coach starting signal the team with the ball starts playing against the other team to maintain possession. 2 vs 2 situation.
The aim of the team with the ball is to maintain possession as long as possible trying to score into one small goal
The team possessing the ball can make use of the neutral player to score
The 4 neutral players can't enter the field
Replace the neutral players after each series

Rules

The 4 neutral players can't enter the field
2 ball touches allowed for neutral players
If all players and 2 neutral players touch the ball the goal counts as double

Variations

Minimum 5 consecutive passes before shooting at goal, always making use of neutral players

Coaching Points

Focus on the oriented control
Encourage the possessing team to find the passing lines
Focus on players movements during the defensive phase (starting positioning, tackle timing, reaction etc.)
During the attacking phase, players have to move into the free spaces to clear passing lines
Encourage players impetus
Players have to choose the right timings for each action according to the situation
Players have to implement the 2 vs 2 game principles, especially without ball possession
Players have to use verbal communication to improve collaboration

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