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Quick ball movement in 6v6 with deep support

By limiting the number of passes before the shot and providing deep support, your players practice moving the ball quickly to set up a teammate for a shot. The limited number of passes also encourages initiative and creativity.

Animation: Quick ball movement in 6v6 with deep support
On a half-field, place a goal on the halfway line facing the regular goal. Form 3 teams of 6 players including a goalkeeper. Place 2 teams on the field and 4 players from the 3rd team behind the goal lines, on each side, to play as deep supports. The remaining 2 players rest.

The teams must shoot at the goal with a maximum of 4 passes. 2 touches are allowed and shots must be taken with one-touch play.

Going for a "deep support" behind the goal line is not necessarily natural in a game situation, and it gives a considerable advantage to the attacking team. This is entirely normal and is the intended effect of this exercise. It will allow for practicing quick passing in an attacking situation. Therefore, encourage initiative and shooting at the goal.

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3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps

3v3 with a neutral player and central support – stop-ball and overlaps

15 min
8-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U13
3v3 game with a neutral player and two central supports to work on overlaps, the support play, and shooting on a stop-ball....
Using Width in a 4v4 with 6 Mini-Goals

Using Width in a 4v4 with 6 Mini-Goals

15 min
8-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U13
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7v7 Oppositions with 1v1 Duels on the Flanks

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20 min
14-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
U13
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Dynamic small-sided game in 2v1 on 3 mini goals

Dynamic small-sided game in 2v1 on 3 mini goals

20 min
6-12 joueurs
Small-sided games
U13
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3v3 (+4) with support players and position change

3v3 (+4) with support players and position change

18 min
14-16 joueurs
Small-sided games
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....
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Warm-up with neutral support in the wide areas

Warm-up with neutral support in the wide areas

15 min
14-18 joueurs
Warm-up
U13
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Small-sided game in numerical disadvantage

Small-sided game in numerical disadvantage

15 min
12-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
U13
Small-sided game ideal for your players to work on transitions in numerical advantage/disadvantage and implement your guidance independently....
4v4 Possession Game with 2 Final Third Zones

4v4 Possession Game with 2 Final Third Zones

15 min
8-24 joueurs
Small-sided games
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....
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20 min
10-18 joueurs
Tactical
U13
Possession drill that will allow your players to work on offensive combinations using a central player who will act as a pivot....
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Warm-up: 2v2 positioning work

15 min
6-12 joueurs
Warm-up
U13
Ideal warm-up drill for your players to improve in 2v2 situations, particularly on positioning in such scenarios....
Zonal Defense in 6v6: Marking, Cover, and Balance

Zonal Defense in 6v6: Marking, Cover, and Balance

15 min
12-14 joueurs
Tactical
U13
By having the defense work on zonal marking starting from a 6v6, your players improve on various tactical concepts: getting open, defensive cover, and balance to prevent the through ball....
Quick ball movement in 6v6 with deep support

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12 min
12-18 joueurs
Tactical
U13
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Defensive Techniques: Working on Interception

Defensive Techniques: Working on Interception

20 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U13
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....
Play in Space and Switches of Play

Play in Space and Switches of Play

15 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U13
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....
3v3 Wing Play with Support

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20 min
10-16 joueurs
Tactical
U13
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4v4 and off-the-ball runs into space

4v4 and off-the-ball runs into space

15 min
8-10 joueurs
Technical
U13
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....

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