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Speed work, one-two pass, dribble, and shooting

Another exercise used by Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich during a public training session, this circuit is ideal for working on agility: reaction time, concentration, and footwork. Your players will not be disappointed!

Animation: Speed work, one-two pass, dribble, and shooting
On a half-field, set up a small speed-agility circuit composed of 4 cones of different colors, 2 hurdles, and finally 4 ground bars. Then place a ball source, and 4 cones at the edge of the penalty area, parallel to the goal line.

Form 2 groups of 4 players. The first group positions at the entrance of the speed-agility circuit, and the second positions at the ball source.

The 1st player starts and must touch the colored cones according to your instructions (e.g., “blue, yellow, red!”). He then jumps over the hurdles before weaving through the ground bars with side steps. He finishes with a sprint to the marker, before turning around and performing a one-two pass with one of the players at the ball source. He retrieves the ball, dribbles, and finishes with a shot.

You can also set up the same circuit on the other side of the field to alternate shots with the right foot and left foot.

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High-Intensity Pair Running Repetitions

High-Intensity Pair Running Repetitions

10 min
2-20 joueurs
Conditioning
U19 - U20
High-intensity repeated runs in pairs, with relay, around markers placed all around the field....
Passing Sequence with Directional Touches and Forward Play

Passing Sequence with Directional Touches and Forward Play

10 min
5-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U16 - U15
Sequential drill aimed at receiving behind the mannequin, directing the first touch in the direction of play, and following up with a forward pass....
2(+1) vs 2 with goalkeeper – quick attack from wide area

2(+1) vs 2 with goalkeeper – quick attack from wide area

15 min
12-18 joueurs
Conditioning
U20 - Seniors
Anaerobic speed work with multiple quick attacks in 2v2 from a wide area with the option to use a layoff before shooting....
Specific forward training – runs, slalom, and double finishing

Specific forward training – runs, slalom, and double finishing

15 min
4-16 joueurs
Technical
U14 - U15
Individual drill for a forward with a curved run, directional control, followed by a quick double shooting into two mini-goals....
High-intensity 1v1 mini-tournament (promotion-relegation)

High-intensity 1v1 mini-tournament (promotion-relegation)

16 min
8-16 joueurs
Conditioning
U15 - U14
1v1 tournament in a promotion-relegation format with 4 fields featuring different rules to enhance intensity, creativity, and the repetition of duels....
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The U16 category includes players aged 15-16 years. At this age, you will need to focus your U16 training sessions around different themes, such as athletic development, technical skill, and tactical knowledge.

We advise you to concentrate on the basic aspects when preparing your U16 exercises: movement, control-pass, and game awareness. These will be the foundation for your players for many years to come. Make sure to keep your U16 training sessions engaging, as this will help maintain a motivating pace for your players.
Finishing Exercise from 4 Different Angles

Finishing Exercise from 4 Different Angles

15 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
Seniors - U15
Highly dynamic finishing exercise aimed at working on quick combinations, movements in the box, and a variety of shots from different angles....
Right foot, left foot passing and directional control work

Right foot, left foot passing and directional control work

12 min
5-15 joueurs
Technical
U10 - U12
In this highly dynamic exercise, your players will be able to work on passing in various forms, emphasizing the use of both feet....
Drill: Dribbling and 1v1 Duels with Direct Opponent

Drill: Dribbling and 1v1 Duels with Direct Opponent

15 min
8-24 joueurs
Technical
U16 - U15
Ideal for working on ball control and dribbling under pressure, this circuit will allow your players to express their creativity while working on duels with a direct opponent....
Relay in pairs for athletic and agility work

Relay in pairs for athletic and agility work

12 min
4-24 joueurs
Conditioning
U16 - U18
Inspired by the work done by American football players, this exercise is ideal for getting your players to work on their fitness and agility in a competitive manner....
Athletic warm-up: hurdles, give and go, and accelerations

Athletic warm-up: hurdles, give and go, and accelerations

15 min
12-20 joueurs
Conditioning
U14 - U15
Perfect drill for a warm-up during a session with an athletic focus. Remember to gradually increase intensity and alternate players in support....
Cognitive work without the ball with 1v1v1 duels

Cognitive work without the ball with 1v1v1 duels

15 min
6-18 joueurs
Conditioning
U13 - U14
Ideal for working on the cognitive aspect, this exercise can be used in a session after a complete warm-up. Very dynamic, it often appeals to players....
Warm-up Circuit: Speed and Agility Work

Warm-up Circuit: Speed and Agility Work

15 min
10-20 joueurs
Warm-up
U15 - U14
Used by Unai Emery during a training session at Arsenal, this drill aims to work on speed, coordination, and overall mobility. Ideal as a warm-up!...
Circuit in groups of 3 with duels and shooting work

Circuit in groups of 3 with duels and shooting work

15 min
6-18 joueurs
Technical
U17 - U14
A highly dynamic drill that will allow your players to work on shooting with 1v1 duels on crosses. Ideal for U14-U15 but can be applied to different age groups (by adjusting the distances)....
Cognitive ability with agility work and color play

Cognitive ability with agility work and color play

15 min
6-18 joueurs
Conditioning
U12 - U13
Very engaging agility exercise with cognitive work involving colors, voice, and gestures. Combine auditory and visual signals with a bit of competition, and you'll see that it's an exercise highly appreciated by players....
Speed Work and 1v1 Duels

Speed Work and 1v1 Duels

15 min
10-20 joueurs
Technical
U15 - U17
This speed-agility drill with 1v1 duels and shooting on a full-size goal is ideal after a complete warm-up. You can add your personal touch to it....
Agility in 1v1 with ball and colored signals

Agility in 1v1 with ball and colored signals

15 min
8-16 joueurs
Conditioning
U19 - U20
A small agility exercise that will engage your players' cognitive abilities while keeping a significant portion of the drill with the ball....
Speed work, one-two pass, dribble, and shooting

Speed work, one-two pass, dribble, and shooting

20 min
8-18 joueurs
Technical
U16 - U17
Another exercise used by Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich during a public training session, this circuit is ideal for working on agility: reaction time, concentration, and footwork. Your players will not be disappointed!...
Dribbling and Shooting in a Speed and Precision Circuit

Dribbling and Shooting in a Speed and Precision Circuit

12 min
8-12 joueurs
Technical
U17 - U16
Drill conducted by Manchester City in 2016 during a pre-season training session, it perfectly combines numerous aspects such as athletic work, agility, shooting, and precision of passes....
Dribbling, passing, and diagonal run

Dribbling, passing, and diagonal run

12 min
6-12 joueurs
Conditioning
U16 - U15
Ball control exercise with diagonal runs, ideal for working on the athletic aspect of pre-season while maintaining a technical component....
Athletic circuit with ball: passing and agility work

Athletic circuit with ball: passing and agility work

12 min
4-8 joueurs
Conditioning
U15 - U16
This is a circuit that combines many aspects of a player's work such as athletic training, agility, and passing quality. Used in pre-season at Manchester City, it should help your players prepare well for the year....
Technical Circuit of Passing, Dribbling, and Shooting

Technical Circuit of Passing, Dribbling, and Shooting

18 min
6-12 joueurs
Technical
U16 - U15
Exercise used by Pep Guardiola during a training session at Manchester City, it is ideal for working on different aspects: passing quality, off-the-ball runs to create space, and finally shooting....

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U16 Circuit soccer drills

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U16 Cognitive soccer drills

  1. Relay in pairs for athletic and agility work
  2. Layoff in one-touch play during a passing sequence
  3. Right foot, left foot passing and directional control work
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U16 Counterattack soccer drills

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U16 Dribbling soccer drills

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  3. Athletic training: slalom and ball control in 2 columns
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U16 Duels soccer drills

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U16 Explosive strength soccer drills

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U16 Gaps soccer drills

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U16 Motor skills soccer drills

  1. Endurance capacity circuit with ball and motor skills work
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U16 Offensive combinations soccer drills

  1. Combination and shooting in front of the goal followed by a 2v2
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U16 Overload soccer drills

  1. Possession game with quick transitions upon losing the ball
  2. Possession play and switching against a low block
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U16 Passes soccer drills

  1. 1v1 Duels with Mini Goals Following a Passing Sequence
  2. Double square: combinations and sequences of short passing game
  3. Short and long passes in a square with combination play
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U16 Positional play soccer drills

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  2. M. Bielsa: Build-up play on the strong side with a switch of play to draw a defender and release
  3. 7v7 Possession Game with 3 Neutral Players and Gate Passes
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U16 Possession soccer drills

  1. Possession game in 2v4 then 4v8 with central zone
  2. 4v2 Possession Game with River Crossing
  3. Possession game in double zone with coordinated press
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U16 Pressing soccer drills

  1. Possession game in double zone with coordinated press
  2. Dynamic possession game in 4v2 with 2 balls
  3. 4v2 Possession Game with River Crossing
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U16 Rondos soccer drills

  1. Possession game and attacking transition with 3 teams of 5
  2. Possession game in double zone with coordinated press
  3. Small-sided game in 4v4 with 4 players providing support in the defensive third
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U16 Scanning soccer drills

  1. Finishing Exercise from 4 Different Angles
  2. José Mourinho's 3v3 with two external zones and passes between the lines
  3. Zonal marking: defensive positioning and team block
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U16 Shooting soccer drills

  1. One-touch offensive combinations with shooting
  2. Combine in a 2v1 to eliminate the direct opponent
  3. Shooting practice on 3 consecutive phases of play
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U16 Support soccer drills

  1. Warm-up: working on play with support
  2. Quick ball movement in 6v6 with deep support
  3. Pass sequence with layoff, support runs, and through ball play
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U16 Transition soccer drills

  1. Offensive Combinations and Numerical Advantage in 2v1
  2. Xavi: using width in a 6v6 with 4 support players
  3. Continuous fast attacks with a 5v3 in 2 zones
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U16 Using width soccer drills

  1. Offensive Combinations and Numerical Advantage in 2v1
  2. Combining offensively using a pivot in 5v5
  3. Possession game in 2 zones with role change
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