Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): 4v4+4 Possession

4v4+4 possession game (25 mins)

4v4+4 possession game

Equipment: 3 colours of pinnies.   25 by 25 area.

Teams inside the square look to make 10 consecutive passes.  Players on the inside can play to each other or the players on the outside.  Outside players can not pass to each other.  Rotation after 4 minutes.

Coaching points

Team in possession

keep the ball on the ground.

keep the ball moving.

Draw opposition in and then play away from pressure.

Switch point of attack.

Maximize the use of space.

Dribble to find a passing angle.

Play away from pressure vs. into it

Shield and protect the ball from pressure.

Tactical awareness and proper decision making (when,where, how)

Recognize, utilize and exploit numerical superiority.

Create space for yourself and others.

Spread out quickly upon gaining possession.

Communicate both verbally and through body language.

Read and anticipate the game.

Good angle, distance, and timing of support.

Readjust supporting position as ball moves.

The team out of Possession

Press the ball quickly.

2nd and 3rd defender anticipatenext pass and close space.