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2 v 2 + 2 progressing to 4 v 4 + 4

Goal:

Soccer Technique

Equipment

Cones
Vests of 3 different colors
Balls

Preparation

Playing Area: 36x18 meters / 40x20 yards
Players: 12
Duration: 15 minutes
Series: 3 of 5 minutes each

2 v 2 + 2 progressing to 4 v 4 + 4

Summary

Improve short passing and reaction under pressure in a game context

Secondary Objectives

Creating space, Support, Receiving, Awareness, Perception, Concentration, Communication

Organization

Create two squares of 18x18 meters/20x20 yards. Divide the players into pairs using jerseys. Within each square place 3 different pairs of players.

Description

Two pairs of players keep ball possession away from the third pair inside the square
When the third pair regains possession, they attack and the pair that lost possession defends
Always keep a 4 v 2

Variations

Two-touch passing restriction
One-touch passing restriction
Join squares to increase space and difficulty

Coaching Points

Keep the ball on the ground for short passes - use the inside of the foot
Attacking principles: create space and support
Movement to the middle then to outside positions - avoid standing in the four corners
Accuracy of the pass - speed of play
Take care of communication

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Category:

Soccer Technique

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