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8 vs 8 + 2 attackers/defenders with goalkeepers in one half on 2 full-size goals
30 min
Soccer Exercise

8 vs 8 + 2 attackers/defenders with goalkeepers in one half on 2 full-size goals

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

Setup

In one half of the field, a midfield line and the sidelines are marked with cones. A goal is set up on the goal line and on the midfield line. Two teams of 10 are formed, positioned as shown in the diagram. Each goal has a goalkeeper.

Procedure

The game is played 10 vs 10, with a maximum of 16 field players allowed in one half at a time. Depending on how quickly the teams transition from attack to defence (and vice versa), constant numerical advantages and disadvantages arise, which should be exploited by quickly attempting to finish on goal. When numbers are even (8 vs 8), the attacking play should be set up so that the ball circulates through the team's own ranks until a gap opens in the defensive block. After 8 touches within their own ranks, the ball may be played long and fast to the strikers. The two strikers may finish immediately or hold the ball until teammates push up and potentially create a numerical advantage.

Tip

- The focus of this game format is on ball control with the option of 'quick transition from defence to attack.' Additionally, this game format trains off-the-ball movement and pressing of the team in possession. - The teams should be in constant motion. Players continuously try to make themselves available as passing options for their teammates. - Getting locked into a tight space should be avoided. Therefore, switching the point of attack and through balls should be played regularly. - This game format requires an enormous amount of running and tactical understanding and is characterised by constant communication and interplay between both halves. - 5 cones, 2 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Ball control Passing

Tactics

Tactics
Player behavior Transitional play (shifting the game) 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 Team training Game Systems
Exercise level
Intermediate
Spatial Behavior
Half-field
Training Location
Pitch Indoor