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 in one half of the pitch. In the middle of the area four cones mark out a diamond that 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. If the number of players is odd, a neutral player is nominated who plays only for the attacking team. Both goals are occupied by goalkeepers.

Procedure

A free game is played with the following rules:

Players with the ball may not enter the diamond.
The ball may, however, be played through the diamond.
Players without the ball may run through the diamond.
Neither dribbles nor passes into the diamond are allowed.

Note: Drill idea by Eddie Plickat.

Tip

The aim is quick passing out wide or through the centre in order to look for the direct route to the opposition goal.
The diamond prevents passes in front of the opposition back line and thereby brings more pace into the game.
Vertical passes should be played along the ground.
A compact back line closes the gaps and prevents passes through the channels.

Training attributes

Technique

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

Tactics

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

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination: Quick anticipation Flexibility 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 Game Systems
Position training: Defensive training Midfield training Forward training Goalkeeper training
Exercise level: Intermediate
Spatial Behavior: Half-field
Training Location: Pitch