3v3 with Interchange Players

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

Setup

Set up a playing field with 2 goals as shown in the diagram. Each goal has a goalkeeper. 2 teams (red and blue) of 5 players each are formed. 3 players per team are on the field; the other two are positioned one on each sideline. To mark the centre line, a cone is placed on each sideline and in the centre of the field.

Procedure

3v3 is played on 2 goals inside the field. The two outside players of each team may move freely along the sideline and may not be challenged by either the outside players or the field players of the other team. When they receive a pass from a teammate on the field, both players immediately switch positions - the outside player becomes a field player and vice versa. When the goalkeeper restarts play after a goal or out of bounds, he may not pass to the outside players.

Tip

- This game format requires enormous running volume and game intelligence and is characterised by constant communication and interplay between both halves of the field. - The teams should be in constant motion. The players try to continuously offer themselves and be available as passing options for their teammates. - Triangles should be formed regularly and the goalkeeper and outside players should be used as passing outlets. - This game format trains short passing, playing in tight spaces, 1v1 defending, and quick switches of play. - 7 cones, 2 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique: Ball control Passing

Tactics

Tactics: Team behavior Games plays Man down/Man up

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Basic Endurance GAT 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
Goalkeeper: 2 goalies
Form of Training: Individual training Group training Game Systems
Exercise level: Easy Intermediate Difficult
Training Location: Pitch Indoor