Simplified game with three teams: 5 v 5 and 5 neutral players

Goal:

Possession

Soccer Tactics

Equipment

Markers
2 goals
10 vests (5 per color)
Balls

Preparation

Playing Area: 35x25 meters / 38x27 yd
Players: 15 + 2 goalkeepers
Duration: 20 minutes
Series: 3 of 5 minutes each with 1'30'' of recovery inbetween series

Simplified game with three teams: 5 v 5 and 5 neutral players

Summary

Simplified game 5 vs 5 for ball possession and finishing in numerical superiority

Organization

Create a field of 35x25 meters using markers. In the middle of both short sides place a goal (suitable for the age group). Divide players into three teams of five members. Place red and white team inside the plating area, while the green team goes outside the long sides of the pitch (as shown in the picture). Goalkeepers defend the goals. Keep some balls next to the goals.

Description

Simplified game 5 v 5 + 5 neutral players
The team that has ball possession can use neutral players (green team) to go finishing quicker
At the end of each series swap the green team with another one

Rules

Players inside the field have free ball touches
Neutral players can play only with the team with ball possession
Neutral players have 2 ball touches max
The team that at the end of the series scored the most wins

Coaching Points

Useful drill for players to learn how to lose a marker and positioning
Encourage players with ball possession to get help from neutral players
Encourage the team to play with high rythm to avoid that the opponents close passing lines
During the drill it's important that players (both with and without ball possession) communicate

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