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6 + 1 vs 6 + 1 in three zones
30 min
Soccer Exercise

6 + 1 vs 6 + 1 in three zones

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

Setup

A field is set up with cones along with two wing zones on each side of the field. A goal is placed at each end with a goalkeeper in each. Two teams of 8 (blue and red) are formed. The balls are distributed between the goals.

Procedure

In the field, 6 vs 6 is played with a maximum of 2 touches and the offside rule in effect. Both teams have a wing player in each outside zone. In the outside zones, 1 vs 1 is played. The players in the outside zones may not enter the main field. After receiving the ball, they should dribble toward the end line and cross into the penalty area. The players in the main field must pass the ball to one of their wing players after a maximum of 4 passes within their own team. After each completed attack, possession switches.

Tip

- The defenders try to close down spaces and block passing lanes during the build-up. - When the wing player has the ball, each defender marks an attacker. - After winning the ball, the defender or goalkeeper immediately initiates the counterattack through the wing players. - The teams should be in constant motion. Players constantly try to make themselves available as passing options for their teammates. - At least two players from the team in possession cross and move toward the near and far post, while the third player drops into the space behind. This gives the crosser various passing options. - This game format is characterised by constant communication and a constant interplay between attack and defence. - The wing player must repeatedly beat his opponent 1 vs 1 and deliver the cross quickly and sharply into the penalty area. - After completing the offensive action, the crosser must immediately switch to defence. - The defenders block the running and passing lanes to goal and force the attacker wide. - 6 cones, 2 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Dribbling Feinting/trick dribbling

Tactics

Tactics
Wing play/Crossing Team behavior Player behavior

Condition

Condition
Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Basic Endurance GAT Strength training

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 Team training Game Systems
Exercise level
Easy Intermediate Difficult
Spatial Behavior
Half-field
Training Location
Pitch Indoor