2 vs. 2 with Tucking In

Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19
Training Set Main point
Number of Players 1 - 5 players, 6 - 9 players

Setup

Five players position themselves on the field as shown in the diagram. The two blue players A and B are the defenders, the two red players are the attackers. The goalkeeper goes in goal. The ball starts with the red Player C.

Procedure

Player C starts with a pass to D. As soon as C goes into his wind-up motion, Player D is pressed by defender B. When Player B leaves his defensive position toward D, his defensive position is taken by A. Now a 2 vs. 2 begins with constantly changing running paths and game situations until the defenders win possession or the attackers get a shot on goal.

Tip

- The game format primarily serves to learn the running paths. The duels are still played at full intensity, meaning game-realistic with full physical commitment. - The exercise should be trained with as many repetitions as possible (automating movement patterns). - Precise and powerful passing/attacking play should be emphasised. - The trigger for the counter-reaction is the passer's wind-up motion. The lateral distances between players are about 7-12 m. The player pairs face each other at a distance of about 15 m. - When one of the two defenders provides cover behind the other, he should move about 5 m laterally offset behind the lead player. - 6 cones, 1 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique: Trapping Ball control Passing Shot technique/shooting

Tactics

Tactics: Team behavior Player behavior Man down/Man up

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Strength training Explosiveness

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination: Quick anticipation Quick processing

Training Organization

Age: U6 - U13 U14 - U19
Duration: 30 min
Training Set: Main point
Number of Players: 1 - 5 players 6 - 9 players
Goalkeeper: 1 goalkeeper
Form of Training: Individual training Group training Game Systems
Exercise level: Easy Intermediate Difficult
Training Location: Indoor Pitch