Small-Sided Game Down the Wings

Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19, Men's / Women's
Training Set End
Number of Players 6 - 9 players, 10-15 players, 16-22+ players

Setup

Pitch: Play on one half of the pitch. In the middle of the area four cones mark out a diamond, which counts as a restricted zone. A full-size goal stands on the goal line, the second goal stands on the halfway line.

Equipment: 4 cones for the diamond, bibs, balls, 2 goals.

Players: Two teams. With an odd number of players a neutral player is designated who plays only for the attacking team. Both goals are occupied by goalkeepers.

Procedure

A free game is played, but the ball may not be played through the diamond either low or high.
The aim is to force the play down the wings, so that the defence can work as a defensive pendulum.

Variations:

The defence is given the instruction not to break up the back four.

Note: Drill idea by Eddie Plickat.

Tip

When defending, pay attention to quick shifting across and clear communication.
When attacking, demand quick, forceful passes and switches of play.

Training attributes

Technique

Technique: Trapping Ball control Dribbling Headers Passing Shot technique/shooting Goalkeeping techniques

Tactics

Tactics: Wing play/Crossing Team behavior Opening the field Player behavior Transitional play (shifting the game) Transition drill

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Football-specific endurance

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination: Quick anticipation Quick processing

Training Organization

Age: U6 - U13 U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
Duration: 30 min
Training Set: End
Number of Players: 6 - 9 players 10-15 players 16-22+ players
Goalkeeper: 2 goalies
Form of Training: Team training
Position training: Defensive training Midfield training Forward training Goalkeeper training
Exercise level: Intermediate
Spatial Behavior: Half-field
Training Location: Pitch