20 min
12-14 players
Tactical

Half-field play: keep your head up and gather information

By requiring play in a confined space, this drill forces your players to lift their heads and look further to find the available teammate.

Description

On a half-field, place two cones on the halfway line to create another goal. Place 2 teams of 6 players each.

Time: 2 halves of 10 minutes with 2 minutes of recovery.

The players must play normally.

Remind them that information gathering and focus are crucial. Emphasize the importance of being...

Half-field play: keep your head up and gather information

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