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4 vs 4 on two quarters of a half
20 min
Soccer Exercise

4 vs 4 on two quarters of a half

  • Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19
  • Training Set Progression, Main point
  • Number of Players 6 - 9 players, 10-15 players

Setup

A field half the size of a half is marked out with cones. Two teams of 4 are formed to play against each other.

Procedure

The teams' task is to get from one quarter into the other. They have two options: a) They can play a pass into the other quarter that must be controlled by a teammate there. However, the teammate may only enter the other quarter after the passer has played the ball. b) They play their way into the other quarter using a one-two, with 2 touches, or by dribbling into the other area (rectangle). If successful, the team earns a point and keeps possession. After each point, the players move to the half where the pass, dribble, or one-two occurred, and immediately restart in the other direction without a break.

Tip

- Triangles must be constantly formed to provide passing options. - 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 adopt an open body position (sideline at their back) 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 and interplay between both rectangles. - This game format trains short passing, playing in tight spaces, and quick switches of play. - The team in possession should have the flanks and back covered, along with a player moving at the level of the defensive line to receive through balls. - 6 cones

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Passing

Tactics

Tactics
Team behavior Player behavior Games plays

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
20 min
Training Set
Progression Main point
Number of Players
6 - 9 players 10-15 players
Form of Training
Individual training Group training Game Systems
Exercise level
Intermediate
Training Location
Indoor Pitch