Soccer drills U11
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Continuation of 1v1 duels with back to goal and mini-goals on opposite ends
15 min
4-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
1v1 duel where the attacker receives the ball with their back to the defender, must shield the ball, then turn to attack the mini-goal behind them....
Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
15 min
15-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Two teams each maintain possession in their own half and look to penetrate through one of the gates to switch of play, under pressure from a third team....
Small-sided games in 2v2 with goalkeeper in promotion relegation format
14 min
4-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U8 - U13
2v2 opposition in a promotion/relegation format where teams move up or down based on the result, with mini-goals or a stop-ball variation....
Give-and-go, dribble, and shooting from different angles
15 min
3-18 joueurs
Technical
U8 - U13
Very simple to set up, this drill allows for practicing short passing combinations before a 1v1 with a defender and a quick shot against the goalkeeper....
1v1 with goalkeeper – back-to-goal duel and chasing defense
15 min
4-16 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
1v1 duel where the attacker starts with their back to the goal and must turn to shoot, while the defender protects their goal from behind....
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What is the U11 category?
The U11 category corresponds to children aged 10-11 years, who generally play on the equivalent of half an 11-a-side field. At this age, the coach's goal is primarily to develop coordination, motor skills, and the technical skills of young players. An initial introduction to some tactical elements can also be offered. When preparing your U11 training sessions, be sure to keep these different aspects in mind. Remember that fun is a fundamental concept at this age, so be mindful of how you conduct your U11 exercises.
A U11 player is still at the early stages of their soccer journey. The goal as a coach is to awaken the different qualities and profile of each player by offering training and types of sessions that are fun yet constructive.
Are you coaching a U11 team and looking for advice on how to structure your training sessions or the different exercises to offer your players? You are in the right place! To best help you prepare a training session suitable for U11, here is a detailed and easy-to-implement guide for your sessions.
The objectives of the U11 category in soccer
U11 players, aged 10 to 11 years, still play on a half-field. At this age, the focus for each coach is generally on developing team spirit, motor skills, and ball control while gradually introducing technical elements (dribbling, juggling, etc.). An introduction to basic tactical concepts, such as positioning and decision-making, can also be offered progressively at this age.
Your number one goal as a coach? Maintain a pedagogical approach in your U11 training to stimulate learning while keeping each child's interest and the fun aspect. At this age, sessions should still be centered around mini-games built around soccer, in teams, and preferably offered at the end of training to finish on a more enjoyable note.
Some tips for coaching a U11 team
Training U11s should be intelligently built around several key elements: discovery, the basics of soccer, and creativity. The goal is to understand each young player, their preferences in terms of position, exercises, style of play, personality, etc. The choice of U11 exercises is then crucial to promote the development and highlighting of these different elements.
What training exercises for U11s?
The exercises should be designed to improve both the individual skills of each player while emphasizing team play. Activities like agility courses, dribbling workshops, and small-sided games are excellent for developing technique and tactical understanding. It is also beneficial to integrate games that encourage quick decision-making and game vision, such as themed matches, for example.
Here is a list of exercises to help you organize your training sessions:
Here is a list of exercises to help you organize your training sessions:
- Passing and oriented control square: Improvement of passing and control technique.
- Defensive techniques and interceptions: Focus on improving passes for attackers and interceptions for defenders.
- Defending a zone: Duel exercises to strengthen the defense of a designated area.
- Motor skills and ball handling: Strengthening balance, coordination, and ball control.
- Agility course with ball: To develop coordination and ball control.
- Dribbling workshops: Slaloms between cones to improve ball mastery.
- Small-sided games (3 vs 3 or 4 vs 4): Encourage team play and quick decision-making.
- Shooting exercises in front of goal: To improve shooting accuracy
Our other U11 drills
Small-sided 2v2 games in 3 "drawer" zones
15 min
4-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
2v2 game where the attacking team progresses zone by zone to eliminate two defenders positioned on different "levels" before finishing on mini-goals....
Finishing After a 1v1 with a Through Ball Using Different Trajectories
15 min
4-24 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
1v1 duel where the attacker receives a through ball and must pass through a gate before finishing against the goalkeeper....
1v1 duels with neutral support and quick finishing on close goals
12 min
4-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
High-intensity 1v1 duel with a directional layoff pass, goal choice, and immediate shooting....
3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U15
3v3 game with a neutral player and two central supports to work on overlaps, the support play, and shooting on a stop-ball....
Juggling, retrieving pinnies, and shooting run
12 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U8 - U13
Rhythmic drill combining juggling, enforced sprinting, and a race to shooting in a duel with a competitive spirit....
Diamond: layoff, switch of play, and through ball
10 min
5-15 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U15
Diamond passing sequence incorporating a short layoff, a one-two pass, a switch of play, and a pass into the run to attack the depth....
4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
10 min
8-16 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U13
4v4+1 possession exercise where the team in possession must connect their corner players by making a minimum number of passes in the central area....
Using Width in a 4v4 with 6 Mini-Goals
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
This drill is ideal for working on passing to create width in order to connect the box-to-box midfielder with the player positioned behind the opposing line....
3 ways to score in a reduced 3v3v3 game
12 min
9-18 joueurs
Small-sided games
U8 - U13
Small-sided game with three teams where each group has a specific way to score, requiring quick decision-making and constant adaptation....
Cognitive work with colored gate choice in 1v1
10 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Series of 1v1 duels where the attacker must read the defender's choice by going through the same colored gate before going to shoot on goal....
7v7 Oppositions with 1v1 Duels on the Flanks
20 min
14-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Small-sided game in 7v7 with two wide areas dedicated to 1v1 before a cross and shooting in the box....
1v1 Duel with Required Skill Move and Shooting
15 min
4-16 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Through repeated 1v1 duels, players must beat their defender using a prescribed skill move and quickly finish with a shot on goal....
Dribbling: imitation and sequence to be repeated by the team
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Duel between two teams where one creates a sequence of dribbles through colored gates that the other must replicate without error to score points....
Possession game with support at the 4 corners
15 min
12-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Ball retention exercise with a numerical advantage, seeking support in the corners to validate passing sequences....
Rondo in 3+2 vs 3+2: managing the overload and quick transitions
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Ball possession and transition work in a balanced rondo, where each team seeks to exploit the temporary overload during the possession phase....
Right foot, left foot passing and directional control work
12 min
5-15 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U17
In this highly dynamic exercise, your players will be able to work on passing in various forms, emphasizing the use of both feet....
Youth Academy: Working on dribbling with the four colors game
12 min
8-20 joueurs
Technical
U7 - U11
Very useful in soccer school, this drill is ideal for working on dribbling and changes of direction while adding a fun aspect....
Information Gathering on a Sequence of Passes in 4v4
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U13
Perfect warm-up exercise to work on information gathering before, during, and after the pass. It will require your players to be attentive to their surroundings while emphasizing the technical aspect of passing....
1v1 Duels with Shooting and Use of Support
15 min
5-15 joueurs
Technical
U8 - U11
A very simple duel exercise to set up, which allows your players, from a young age, to better understand the opponent's runs while keeping their heads up to look for a solution....
Dynamic small-sided game in 2v1 on 3 mini goals
20 min
6-12 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Small 2v1 duel game in a reduced space that emphasizes movement work, whether it's the defender's positioning or the runs of the 2 attacking players....
Cognitive work with a passing game on 4 squares
12 min
9-16 joueurs
Warm-up
U8 - U13
Ideal exercise for a soccer school, it allows for concentration and cognitive development while promoting ball use and movement in space....
Receiving on the half-turn and dribbling with the "escape from jail" drill
12 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Fun little station to set up in a youth academy that will allow your players to work on directional control and dribbling....
Agility and game awareness: The cone drill in youth academy
10 min
4-24 joueurs
Conditioning
U6 - U11
Fun game to offer in soccer school, it will help your players work on important elements such as agility and information gathering....
3v3 high-intensity with shooting on 6 mini goals
15 min
12-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Used by the youth teams at Real Madrid, this highly dynamic drill will help your players work on attacking and defensive transitions as well as defensive recovery....
Double rondo with game awareness and information gathering
10 min
9-18 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U13
This exercise is quite simple to set up but is highly appreciated by players during a warm-up in a session with a technical focus....
Dynamic 360° Opposition with 3 Teams of 3
15 min
9-18 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
A small, highly dynamic 3v3 exercise that will help you work on game awareness in tight spaces and improve reactivity between each phase of play....
Collecting Cones: Feints and agility in youth academy
15 min
4-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U6 - U11
A small agility exercise to offer to younger players to work on their quickness and ability to deceive their opponents in small spaces. A very fun game that players enjoy!...
Positioning in a "Y", creating space, and shooting
20 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Inspired by an exercise used by Vicente Del Bosque, this drill will allow you to work on offensive combinations in front of the goal as well as shooting. With several possible variations, you can add more depth to your training session....
Head, Shoulder, Knee, and Ball in Soccer School
15 min
8-18 joueurs
Warm-up
U6 - U11
Fun exercise to offer in a youth academy that combines cognitive work (listening, information gathering) with technical work (dribbling and agility). It is very popular with young players!...
Team relay with dribbling and acceleration
15 min
12-16 joueurs
Technical
U6 - U11
This relay race exercise is very effective for working on dribbling from a young age. It is generally very popular with the players!...
Diamond drill: high-intensity give-and-go with groups of 5
12 min
5-15 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Dynamic passing drill practiced at high intensity, it will help your players work on their movements before and after receiving the ball. Consider doubling up positions based on the number of players present during your session....
Switch of play using the central midfielder
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Ideal passing circuit to work on switching play through the central midfielder, who will drop back to offer a solution to teammates....
Slalom, give-and-go and shooting
15 min
12-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Very dynamic exercise that will allow your players to work on the off-the-ball run and information gathering before playing a through ball....
Creating space through movement in 5v5
20 min
10-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U15
This exercise will help your players position themselves well in space to offer support to the ball carrier. Many variations are possible with additional cognitive aspects....
Defensive recovery activity in 2v2
15 min
8-20 joueurs
Tactical
U7 - U11
To be used in soccer school, and particularly with younger players, this drill will help work on 2v2 duels with a temporary numerical advantage....
Dribbling as a team to fill your "bucket" (youth academy)
15 min
6-21 joueurs
Technical
U6 - U11
Fun drill to work on dribbling with younger players. Remember to keep score to create healthy competition....
4-player passing sequence with scanning
12 min
12-24 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U15
Ideal for youth soccer, this exercise, seemingly very simple, will allow your players to work on their awareness and passing quality....
4v3 back to goal with build-up play for the defenders
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U13
Ideal exercise for a soccer school, it will allow your players to work on playing with their back to the goal as well as build-up play in a 4v3 setup that is quite simple to implement....
One-two pass combinations with 2 teams then shooting
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Used in soccer school, this drill will allow your players to work on attacking combinations in tight spaces. Numerous variations are possible....
Mobility and agility training with the "Around the World" drill
12 min
6-18 joueurs
Conditioning
U7 - U11
With a circle made up of a few cones, you will enable your players to work on their focus, mobility, and quickness. This drill is ideal for youth soccer training....
Information gathering and cognitive work in Youth academy
12 min
4-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Often overlooked in youth soccer, cognitive training is nevertheless essential. This drill will allow your players to work on information processing with a color-based game while being constantly in contact with the ball....
Short passing game, direct play on a passing sequence with switch of play
15 min
7-19 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U13
This drill, structured as a passing sequence with a double triangle, is perfect for working on alternating between short passing game and direct play. The team chemistry will be on point!...
The River Goalkeepers: dribbling and duels in youth academy
15 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
U6 - U11
Ideal drill in soccer school to work on dribbling and familiarize players with duels in a fun way with the famous "river keepers"....
4v4 Possession Game with Central Square
15 min
9-18 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Ideal exercise for youth soccer with a small-sided 4v4 game, a central neutral player, and a variation with 2 mini-goals to offer a coherent progression to your players....
Occupying space with a 2v1 rondo in 3 zones
15 min
9-18 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U13
A very simple exercise to set up that will allow your players to work on their spatial awareness in a possession game with a 2v1 in two zones....
Hunter game with perception and coordination work (youth academy)
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Technical
U7 - U12
Ideal hunter exercise in soccer school, using visual cues to enhance cognitive perception among young players. A very fun drill that players generally enjoy....
Diamond passing circuit with give and go variation
18 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Passing sequence in a diamond shape with off-the-ball run and dribbling, this drill will allow your players to primarily work on their passing quality and movements before and after receiving the ball. Numerous variations are possible....
Working triangle: passing angle and layoff (Youth academy)
15 min
2-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U6 - U11
A very simple drill to set up in a soccer school that allows players to work on passing from different angles with a one-touch layoff and numerous variations....
3v3 (+4) with support players and position change
18 min
14-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
This 3v3 with 4 support players is ideal for working on communication, game awareness, and decision-making. Under pressure in the central zone, your players will need to lift their heads and find support before they can finish on 4 mini goals....
Passing sequence on the run followed by shooting
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
This exercise is quite simple to set up and is highly appreciated in soccer schools. It will allow you to work on the final pass into the run as well as play facing the goal (with and without control)....
1v1 Distance Duels on Mini Goals
15 min
6-14 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Ideal drill in soccer school to work on speed, decision-making, and listening. Combine this with ball control and shooting practice, and you have a complete and fun drill for your players....
Double sequence of passes in hourglass and diamond formation
15 min
12-18 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Passing work on this double circuit with a multitude of possible combinations, which will also allow for concentration training....
Ball control and triangle play in youth academy
12 min
8-16 joueurs
Warm-up
U6 - U13
Fun dribbling drill ideal for soccer school with triangular zones and defenders who will do everything to touch the attackers....
Tiki Taka: passing game with 2 central players
12 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
This exercise is a variation of the famous "6 cones game" specific to Tiki Taka training. It is a passing circuit with 2 central players with numerous variations, ideal for soccer academies....
2v1 Rondo in two zones
12 min
6-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U9 - U13
2v1 (or 4v2) possession exercise on two adjacent zones with possible variation on mini-goals. Ideal small-sided game for soccer schools....
Warm-up with the ball: sequence of passes in groups of 3 with opening
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U8 - U13
A very simple drill to set up that allows you to work on a passing sequence while being attentive to the movements around you....
One-two pass game on a square of 4
12 min
4-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U9 - U13
Ideal for a warm-up or technical drill in a soccer school, this passing exercise will allow you to implement numerous variations and add your personal touch....
Triangle passing sequence and dribbling through gates
12 min
8-16 joueurs
Warm-up
U8 - U13
Drill in the form of a predetermined passing sequence and dribbling with various possible variations. Perfect for youth soccer or as a warm-up....
The 4-Step Clock: Passing and Dribbling
15 min
8-24 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Fun exercise ideal for soccer school (from U11 to U13), it will allow your players to work on dribbling while keeping their heads up. Several variations are possible for this drill....
4v4 Game with Colored Gates and Mini Goals
20 min
8-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U15
A very dynamic game that involves various cognitive aspects, it is ideal for working in a fun way through a possession exercise followed by progression with shooting on mini-goals....
Dribbling in figure 8 then 1v1 duel
15 min
4-14 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
This exercise is quite simple to set up and will allow your players to work on dribbling and improve their concentration level, while fostering a healthy competitive spirit....
Rondo in 4v2 and pressing with a numerical disadvantage
20 min
8-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U14
4v2 possession drill with pressing and zone changes. You can develop the exercise with small goals and by limiting touches on the ball....
Passing sequence with double one-two pass in a group of 3
12 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Passing drill in the form of a double triangle that will allow your players to work on passing from different angles. In terms of progression, you can add your own touch with an auditory or visual signal....
The pickpocket game: dribbling and decision-making
12 min
12-24 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Ideal animation game in soccer school to work on dribbling with decision-making. This exercise will allow your players to progress in a fun way....
Tic-Tac-Toe possession game with overload
20 min
10-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U9 - U13
A very fun game that combines problem-solving, decision-making, and attacking-defensive transitions. Highly appreciated by players and ideal for soccer schools!...
5v5 opposition with "4 corner jokers"
20 min
16-20 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U15
This 5v5 small-sided game with 4 neutral players will allow your players to progressively take control of the field by "unlocking" the neutral players one by one....
The hourglass: passing game and dribbling
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Technical
U8 - U13
Perfect for youth soccer training, the hourglass drill will help your players develop their passing and dribbling skills while varying the angles and surfaces of the foot used....
Passing drills with lateral support and high support
12 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Passing circuit with variations to work on all surfaces of the foot, ideal for youth categories such as U11 or U13....
3-Pass Drill with Forward Progression
15 min
3-18 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Simple and effective, this ideal exercise for youth soccer will allow you to work on passing technique while offering your players numerous variations....
Pass into the run and shooting work
15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Repetition drill focused on the final pass and shooting, it is ideal for U11, U12, or U13 teams to work on body positioning and ball handling....
4v4 Possession Game with 2 Final Third Zones
15 min
8-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U10 - U13
Positioning, reaction time, and quality of passes are on the agenda for this possession exercise, perfect for working on key skills in a fun format....
Passing game work in a square with a central pivot
12 min
7-14 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
A very simple passing drill to set up, but with almost infinite variations. Ideal for soccer schools, it combines quality technique, game intelligence, and movement in tight spaces....
Fun Warm-up: Dribbling and Ball Control in Tight Spaces
10 min
5-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U8 - U13
A very simple drill to set up that will allow young players to maximize their touches on the ball in a small space and under pressure. Perfect for the start of a session....
Passing circle: ball control, dribble, pass and follow
12 min
8-18 joueurs
Warm-up
U8 - U13
Ideal warm-up that allows players to get in condition with the ball while activating different muscle groups. Players work on their first touch, dribbling, and passing....
Passing and layoff work in groups of 4
12 min
4-24 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Simple drill to set up for working on the short passing game in 8v8 play, ideal for youth categories to increase touches on the ball. Numerous variations possible....
Off-the-ball run with a change of direction in a passing circuit with a shot on goal
10 min
8-16 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U13
Used by youth teams at Bayern Munich, this drill is ideal for working on passing as a whole, as well as your players' movements before and after receiving the ball....
Heading practice in double circle (warm-up with ball)
10 min
10-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U13
Ideal warm-up exercise to improve heading accuracy and overall coordination. We recommend it as a warm-up, and you can also use it during technical skill work....
2v2 Work and Basic Tactical Principles (variation)
15 min
12-18 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U13
Perfect exercise for your players to work on 2v2 situations and fundamental tactical principles: to draw a defender, support, and off-the-ball runs for the attackers - closing down the ball carrier and defensive cover for the defenders....
Square of passes and directional controls
10 min
4-12 joueurs
Technical
U7 - U14
Simple yet effective, this square drill used by Pep Guardiola with FC Barcelona's B team is ideal for starting a session. The variations are then endless....
Warm-up: team ball possession
20 min
10-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U10 - U15
Ideal warm-up drill to practice team ball retention, focusing on movement and passing accuracy....
Precision and speed of ball movement (1)
16 min
10-15 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Quick passing drill, your players work on precision and speed of ball movement....
Drop-off and ball control
15 min
12-14 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise to practice the back-pedal technique (defense) and dribbling (attack) with a point system to instill a good competitive spirit....
Defensive Techniques: Working on Interception
20 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Exercise designed to improve both the quality of passes for attackers and the quality of interceptions for defenders. An ideal exercise for improving defensive positioning....
Protecting a Defensive Zone
15 min
8-12 joueurs
Tactical
U11 - U15
By placing your players in 1v1 situations within a defined space, the defenders work on defensive cover while the attackers practice dribbling....
Motor skills and ball control to improve footwork and balance
12 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Excellent exercise to improve footwork and balance for U11 or U13 players. Use the competitive spirit to create enthusiasm....
Mastery of footwork, balance, and body control - without the ball
12 min
12-14 joueurs
Conditioning
U10 - U15
Fun exercise ideal for working on motor skills: footwork, balance, and body control....
Collective replacement and management of offensive and defensive space
20 min
10-12 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U14
Through this exercise, your players work on collective repositioning, closing down space, and defensive build-up play, as well as finding the available teammate and creating an overload in attack....
Oriented Controls – Ground Balls and Aerial Balls
15 min
12-15 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
By asking the players to switch positions and position themselves correctly to receive the ball, your players practice anticipating and looking up before the teammate's pass and before controlling the ball....
Collective ball retention through the short passing game
20 min
8-10 joueurs
Tactical
U11 - U15
By working on collective ball retention using short passing game, your players get used to moving the ball and building up play calmly....
Warm-up: Directional ball control on the ground
15 min
4-8 joueurs
Warm-up
U9 - U13
Comprehensive warm-up exercise to improve your players on various types of directional control and work on passing in youth soccer training....
Working on Duels: Offensive and Defensive Techniques (Version 3)
12 min
10-12 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise for practicing duel techniques: dribbling and acceleration with the ball (offensive); backpedaling and positioning of the attacker (defensive)...
Working on Duels: Offensive and Defensive Techniques (Version 2)
12 min
10-12 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise for practicing 1v1 techniques: dribbling and acceleration with the ball (offensive); backpedaling and positioning of the attacker (defensive)...
Working on Duels: Offensive and Defensive Techniques (Version 1)
12 min
10-12 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise for practicing duel techniques: dribbling and accelerating with the ball (offensive); backpedaling and positioning the attacker (defensive)...
Shot on the move without control
15 min
10-12 joueurs
Technical
U11 - U15
Excellent exercise to work on shooting without control and on the move with your players. Game awareness is essential in this type of drill, so remember to remind your players!...
Play in Space and Switches of Play
15 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U14
With this exercise, your players can calmly practice switching sides and playing in space with or without the ball. The possibility of scoring in multiple goals also enhances concentration for defenders and creativity for attackers....
Half-field play: keep your head up and gather information
20 min
12-14 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U14
By requiring play in a confined space, this drill forces your players to lift their heads and look further to find the available teammate....
Technical warm-up: directional control and pass
12 min
3-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U9 - U13
Through a sequence of directional control and pass, this exercise, ideal for warm-up, works on ball mastery while being simple to set up....
Agility and Shooting
12 min
8-10 joueurs
Conditioning
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise for working on speed and agility without the ball. The race between 2 players for the final shot adds extra motivation for the players....
1v1 Duel and Wing Play
20 min
10-14 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Excellent exercise for practicing 1v1 duels on the flanks with an attacker’s feint and shooting situation....
1v1 Duel with Chasing Defender
15 min
12-14 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U14
By giving a slight disadvantage to the defenders, this 1v1 drill helps work on both ball control at full speed for the attacker and delayed defensive situations for the defender....
4v4 Numerical Equality Game and Shooting Situation
20 min
10-12 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U15
By creating game conditions in a limited space, leading to an off-the-ball run and a shooting opportunity, you allow your players to work on both offensive and defensive actions in an even-numbered situation....
Ball control in varied situations and combined shooting
12 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
By requiring your players to use both feet and different contact surfaces in various situations, this drill is ideal for working on dribbling and ball control, as well as shooting in succession....
Warm-up: sequence, control, dribbling, and passing
10 min
10-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U9 - U13
Through a simple sequence of control-dribble-pass, this exercise, ideal for warm-up, allows players to work on the basics while staying in motion....
Dribbling then cross: right foot, left foot
15 min
8-14 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
Practice crosses with this easy-to-set-up drill that allows for good rotation when you have a large number of players....
Free Play: Positioning and Space Occupation
20 min
12-14 joueurs
Tactical
U10 - U13
Free play on half-field to put players in match situations: allows for working on positioning, movement, and emphasizes the importance of keeping your head up....
1v1 Duels and Defensive Positioning
15 min
8-16 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Exercise focused on defensive technique: how to effectively defend when positioned against an attacker in a 1v1? Numerous repetitions to enhance learning....
The double circle: working on spaces (attack/defense)
12 min
10-14 joueurs
Tactical
U11 - U15
Ideal exercise to train your players to reduce spaces to prevent the through ball (defensively) and create spaces to facilitate ball movement (offensively)....
4v4 and off-the-ball runs into space
15 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U15
With this 4v4 enhanced by off-the-ball runs and duels in the box, this drill is perfect for working on both offensive and defensive technique....
Passing and directional control work
9 min
3-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U9 - U14
Work on passing and directional control with this simple yet incredibly effective drill!...
U11 soccer drills by theme
U11 conditioning soccer drills
- Mobility and agility training with the "Around the World" drill
- Mastery of footwork, balance, and body control - without the ball
- Agility and Shooting
U11 small-sided games soccer drills
- Dynamic small-sided game in 2v1 on 3 mini goals
- 3v3 (+4) with support players and position change
- 3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps
U11 tactical soccer drills
- 4v4 Numerical Equality Game and Shooting Situation
- 4v3 back to goal with build-up play for the defenders
- Half-field play: keep your head up and gather information
U11 soccer drills by sub-theme
U11 agility soccer drills
- Small-sided games in 2v2 with goalkeeper in promotion relegation format
- 1v1 duels with neutral support and quick finishing on close goals
- Juggling, retrieving pinnies, and shooting run
U11 attacking transition soccer drills
- Continuation of 1v1 duels with back to goal and mini-goals on opposite ends
- Rondo in 3+2 vs 3+2: managing the overload and quick transitions
- 2v1 Rondo in two zones
U11 circuit soccer drills
- Information Gathering on a Sequence of Passes in 4v4
- Positioning in a "Y", creating space, and shooting
- Diamond drill: high-intensity give-and-go with groups of 5
U11 cognitive soccer drills
- Juggling, retrieving pinnies, and shooting run
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
- 3 ways to score in a reduced 3v3v3 game
U11 defensive recovery / tracking back soccer drills
- 3v3 high-intensity with shooting on 6 mini goals
- Defensive recovery activity in 2v2
- 2v1 Rondo in two zones
U11 defensive transition soccer drills
- Continuation of 1v1 duels with back to goal and mini-goals on opposite ends
- Rondo in 3+2 vs 3+2: managing the overload and quick transitions
- 3v3 high-intensity with shooting on 6 mini goals
U11 dribbling soccer drills
- Cognitive work with colored gate choice in 1v1
- Dribbling: imitation and sequence to be repeated by the team
- Youth Academy: Working on dribbling with the four colors game
U11 duels soccer drills
- Continuation of 1v1 duels with back to goal and mini-goals on opposite ends
- Give-and-go, dribble, and shooting from different angles
- 1v1 with goalkeeper – back-to-goal duel and chasing defense
U11 explosive strength soccer drills
- Small-sided games in 2v2 with goalkeeper in promotion relegation format
- 1v1 with goalkeeper – back-to-goal duel and chasing defense
- Finishing After a 1v1 with a Through Ball Using Different Trajectories
U11 fun game soccer drills
- Small-sided games in 2v2 with goalkeeper in promotion relegation format
- Juggling, retrieving pinnies, and shooting run
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
U11 gaps soccer drills
- 3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps
- Using Width in a 4v4 with 6 Mini-Goals
- Rondo in 3+2 vs 3+2: managing the overload and quick transitions
U11 motor skills soccer drills
- Dribbling: imitation and sequence to be repeated by the team
- Youth Academy: Working on dribbling with the four colors game
- Receiving on the half-turn and dribbling with the "escape from jail" drill
U11 overload soccer drills
- Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
- Small-sided 2v2 games in 3 "drawer" zones
- Possession game with support at the 4 corners
U11 passes soccer drills
- Give-and-go, dribble, and shooting from different angles
- Diamond: layoff, switch of play, and through ball
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
U11 positional play soccer drills
- Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
- 7v7 Oppositions with 1v1 Duels on the Flanks
- Short passing game, direct play on a passing sequence with switch of play
U11 possession soccer drills
- Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
- Possession game with support at the 4 corners
- 4v4 Possession Game with Central Square
U11 pressing soccer drills
- Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
- Possession game with support at the 4 corners
U11 rondos soccer drills
- Using Width in a 4v4 with 6 Mini-Goals
- Rondo in 3+2 vs 3+2: managing the overload and quick transitions
- Double rondo with game awareness and information gathering
U11 scanning soccer drills
- Possession game in two zones with 5v3 and 3 gates
- Diamond: layoff, switch of play, and through ball
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players
U11 shooting soccer drills
- Give-and-go, dribble, and shooting from different angles
- 1v1 with goalkeeper – back-to-goal duel and chasing defense
- Finishing After a 1v1 with a Through Ball Using Different Trajectories
U11 support soccer drills
- 3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps
- Diamond: layoff, switch of play, and through ball
- 4vs4+1: corner-to-corner possession with fixed support players