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Target Zone Game
Soccer Exercise

Target Zone Game

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

Setup

• Divide into 2 teams
• Define the field size based on the number of players (in this exercise, 5 vs. 5)
• Use 16 cones (in 4 colors)
• Have enough balls to keep the game running quickly

Procedure

The teams play against each other within the designated field.

The objective of the game is to play a pass to a player so that they can reach the ball in one of the target zones. If a player is already inside the field when they receive the ball, the pass is considered offside, and the opposing team gains possession.

To promote players' quick decision-making and transition play, you can mark the squares in the field with 4 different cone colors. The coach can then call out colors during the game (1-3 colors). Points can only be scored in the squares with the corresponding colors.

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Passing

Tactics

Tactics
Pressing Player behavior Transition drill

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13 U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
Duration
20 min
Training Set
Progression Main point
Number of Players
6 - 9 players 10-15 players 16-22+ players
Form of Training
Group training Team training
Exercise level
Easy