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10 vs 10 + goalkeepers in one half of the field
15 min
Soccer Exercise

10 vs 10 + goalkeepers in one half of the field

  • Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19
  • Training Set Progression, Main point

Setup

Two teams of 10 + one goalkeeper per team are formed and positioned as shown in the diagram. The field is the size of one half, and a marker cone is placed at each corner of the field.

Procedure

The two teams play against each other. The goalkeepers participate. No goals may be scored. At the start, touches alternate between 1 and 2 (1-2-1-2-1-2 etc.). Later, free play. The objective is to maintain possession as long as possible.

Tip

- Triangles must be constantly formed to provide passing options. - The passing game alternates between many short passes and long passes to shift the zone of play. - The teams should be in constant motion. Players continuously try to make themselves available as passing options for their teammates. - The team without possession tries to cleverly close passing lanes and spaces and applies constant pressure on the player in possession and nearby opponents. - Getting locked into a tight space should be avoided. Therefore, switching the point of attack and through balls should be played regularly. - Passing targets should try to adopt an open body position so they can always see the next passing option. - This game format requires an enormous amount of running and tactical understanding and is characterised by constant communication. Additionally, it trains short passing, playing in tight spaces, and quick switches of play. - The team in possession should have players covering the flanks, the centre, and the half-spaces. - 4 cones

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Ball control Passing

Tactics

Tactics
Team behavior Transitional play (shifting the game)

Condition

Condition
Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Basic Endurance GAT Strength training

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination
Quick anticipation Quick processing

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13 U14 - U19
Duration
15 min
Training Set
Progression Main point
Goalkeeper
2 goalies
Form of Training
Individual training Team training Game Systems
Exercise level
Intermediate
Spatial Behavior
Half-field
Training Location
Pitch Indoor