The images this week are from our book, 'Coaching Soccer Through Small-Sided Games'
Four Goal Game
Play from penalty area to penalty area with cones marking two small goals at both sides of the penalty areas. Play 8 v 8 plus two neutral players that play for the team in possession. Usually the two neutral players are our goalkeepers and they are allowed to use their hands. Shape the team in a 3-3-2 formation and have offside in effect. Place balls around the field to keep play moving. Play three 5-minute games - unlimited touches, two touch and unlimited touches.
Coaching Points
- Defensively - stay compact, when to press and when drop off
- Offensively - switch the point of attack, quick play, when to play around v when to get behind
- Transition - where to play the first pass
