Small-Sided Game: Training physical condition and ball possession
Goal
Equipment
- 16 markersBalls
- 9 vests (7 of one color, 2 of another one)
Preparation
- Playing area: 40x40 meters / 44x44 yds
- Players: 16
- Duration: 12 minutes
- Series: 2 of 5 minutes each with 1 minute of active recovery
| Summary | Secondary Objectives |
|---|---|
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Thematic match to train ball possession and improvement of physical condition |
Creating space, Transition, Pressing, Passing, Dribbling, 1v1 attacking, Intercepting, Tackling, Aerobic power, Aerobic power, Pass, Ball possession, Transitions |
Organization
Inside a 40x40 meters/44x44 yards field form a small 3x3 meters square on each corner using the markers (as shown in the picture). Divide players into two teams of 7 players arranged inside the square. Place 2 neutral players (green vests) playing with the team who has ball possession during the thematic game.
Description
- Teams try to maintain possession with the aid of neutral players
- The aim of the team with ball possession is to score one point passing the ball inside a small square to a teammate who has run there showing for the pass
- Players defending have to catch the ball intercepting the passing lines without tackle, increasing the aerobic workload
Rules
- The point is valid if the player who moved to the small square doesn't stay put more than 3 seconds inside the square before receiving the ball
- The defending team tries to intercept the ball performing a transition to attack and score one point
Coaching Points
- Keep on moving without the ball
- Change the playing side of the field if possible
- Play the game into free spaces
- Comunication between teammates
- Reduce the number of ball touches allowed
- Make the game competitive
- Maintain a high intensity
