Session Set-Up

40 x 30 grid

Supply of Footballs, Cones

Flat Markers

Goals (x2)

Bibs

Session Detail: Small Sided Game 6v6

Players are set up shown in the diagram. Play starts with GK playing out to the defender. Initially the opposing striker looks to only screen forward pass into MF. In the middle zone, it's 3v3 with attackers looking to play into their striker and then join the attack, creating a 2v1 to score.

Progression:

Unlock ST from their zones in both defence and attack. Allow MF players to move freely in whole area.

Coaching Points

Pass selection, weight, accuracy.

Body shape to receive.

Direction of 1st touch.

When and where to support.

Awareness of next pass and direction of play.

Awareness of space, ball and opposition.

Power, speed of pass.

Running speed to support.

Communication (verbal, non-verbal).

Concentration, alertness to next play or pass.