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Zipper with Ball
15 min
Soccer Exercise

Zipper with Ball

  • Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19, Men's / Women's
  • Training Set Progression
  • Number of Players 1 - 5 players, 6 - 9 players, 10-15 players

Setup

• Set up a square with 4 cones.

Procedure

Distribute the players evenly between cones A and B. The groups at A and B start simultaneously, performing the following tasks:

  • Free dribbling around cones C + D. Player A runs around C and player B around D. In the middle, run in a zipper pattern. A runs to B and B to A.
  • Narrow pendulum steps (dribble the ball closely to the right/left). In the middle, cross again in a zipper pattern.
  • Free dribbling around cones C and D. Before crossing in the middle, incorporate a 360° turn. Then, a short sprint. A to B and B to A.
  • A starts with the ball at their feet. B has the ball in hand. In the middle, the ball is passed. B throws the ball to A. A passes the ball to B. After the exchange, a short sprint. A to B and B to A.
  • A dribbles the ball while B holds the ball and dribbles it forward with both hands. In the middle, the ball is passed again. Then, a short sprint. A to B and B to A.

Tip

  • Coaching Point:
    • Two-footed dribbling
    • Close ball control

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Trapping Ball control Passing

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13 U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
Duration
15 min
Training Set
Progression
Number of Players
1 - 5 players 6 - 9 players 10-15 players 16-22+ players
Form of Training
Group training Team training
Exercise level
Easy
Training Location
Pitch Indoor