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2 plus 2 against 2 plus 2 in the Square
25 min
Soccer Exercise

2 plus 2 against 2 plus 2 in the Square

  • Age U6 - U13
  • Training Set Main point
  • Number of Players 6 - 9 players, 10-15 players, 16-22+ players

Setup

  • 4 cones
  • Cones to set up the field
  • 2 players per team in the middle
  • 2 players per team on the sides

Procedure

Initially, the two teams play only amongst themselves and without opponents. Once the sequence is clear, they can play against each other with just one ball.

The side players are not allowed to enter the square and can only move between their two adjacent cones. The side players have a maximum of 2 touches. The players in the middle try to keep the ball within their ranks. If the ball is played outwards, the two central players immediately try to offer 2 passing options for the side player (forming a triangle).

  • When a set number of consecutive passes are made, each team earns a point. After a few minutes, the inner and outer players switch positions.

Variation: The side player plays or dribbles the ball into the field. The passer then smoothly takes up the side position.

Tip

Side players:

  • Do not "kill" the ball, but play it quickly
  • Offer yourself across the entire width and get out of the defender's shadow Players in the center:
  • Use feints to lose the opponent
  • After passing, immediately lose your marker again

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Trapping Passing

Tactics

Tactics
Transitional play (shifting the game) Transition drill

Condition

Condition
Football-specific endurance Variable intervals

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13
Duration
25 min
Training Set
Main point
Number of Players
6 - 9 players 10-15 players 16-22+ players
Form of Training
Group training
Exercise level
Easy
Training Location
Pitch