2+GK v 1 to small goals
Simple activity for 7v7 or 9v9 focusing on building out of the back.
Description:
The Red team aims to move the ball forward to score in one of the three small goals while the blue player attempts to win the ball back & score in the big goal.
Set-up:
Mark out field with dimensions 30-40 yards x 20 yards. Place three small goals at one end as shown above. Divide players into two teams of 6 and 3.
Red players set up in a 1-2 formation and play out from the back starting with the GK. If the ball goes out of bounds, play re-starts with the GK. Red attacking players rotate after a couple of reps, while blue defensive players rotate every rep. Rotate attacking and defensive players so that all players have opportunity to attack and defend.
More Challenging:
Reduce number of small goals for Red team to score in.
Add additional defender - 2+GK v 2
Less Challenging:
Create endzone for Red team to score instead of small goals
Coaching Points:
Decision making - How do you decide when to pass and dribble? When is the best time to pass to your teammate?
Support - Where can you go on the field to support your teammate?
Spacing - When we have the ball do we want to make the space bigger or smaller? & why?