Soccer Exercise
Tactical Play with Defensive and Offensive Chains
- Age U14 - U19, Men's / Women's
- Training Set Main point, End
- Number of Players 10-15 players, 16-22+ players
Setup
- 16 cones
- Balls
- Minimum 12 players + goalkeeper
- 3 different bibs
Procedure
Divide the field into 3 zones: 22 meters from the goal ("red line" for the defensive line), 30 meters from the goal (defensive zone), 40 meters from the goal (midfield zone), and 50 meters from the goal (attacking zone).
The attackers (at least 3 players) attempt to play through the midfield defensive line (defenders cannot intervene). If successful, they are then challenged by the defensive players, and the midfielders cannot intervene. Afterward, play to the defensive line with the aim of shooting at goal!
Tip
- The defensive line must not fall behind the 22m line!
- Both lines should be staggered approximately 10-15 meters apart!
- Alternative: After playing through the midfield line, a shot on goal must be taken within 10 seconds, or else the two midfielders can advance and double up!
- Regularly rotate players (e.g., after 5 attacking attempts), but also allow them to play together in one area for long enough!
- Ensure correct positioning of the defending chain (fullbacks/wide players on the outside, central defenders forming a triangle)
Training attributes
Technique
- Technique
- Passing
Tactics
- Tactics
- Team behavior Player behavior Transition drill
Training Organization
- Age
- U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
- Duration
- 20 min
- Training Set
- Main point End
- Number of Players
- 10-15 players 16-22+ players
- Exercise level
- Intermediate
- Training Location
- Pitch