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4-Man Defensive Line Acceleration
15 min
Soccer Exercise

4-Man Defensive Line Acceleration

  • Age U6 - U13
  • Training Set Progression
  • Number of Players 6 - 9 players

Setup

  • 4 cones to set up a square
  • 4 additional cones arranged in a route formation in the center of the square
  • Divide into equal-sized groups
  • Each player has 1 ball

Procedure

  • The first players dribble simultaneously towards the center of the field and dribble around any cone placed there. Then, they pass the ball to the player at the opposite outer cone. The dribbler sprints after their pass. Once the passer tags the receiver, the receiver can dribble into the field and must dribble around another cone. Continue the sequence until one team has dribbled around all four cones.

Tip

Coaching Points

  • When dribbling, keep eyes off the ball
  • Perform an explosive acceleration after passing

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Trapping Dribbling Passing

Condition

Condition
Speed of movement with ball Explosiveness

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13
Duration
15 min
Training Set
Progression
Number of Players
6 - 9 players
Form of Training
Group training
Exercise level
Easy
Training Location
Pitch Indoor