Formation Explainer: 4-3-3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmKLzlP1LmA The 4-3-3 Formation: A Simple Breakdown The 4-3-3 formation is more than just a lineup; it’s a flexible system that teams use to play in a variety of styles. It has deep roots in football history and has been popularized by famous teams and managers over the years. This formation was first seen in […]
Fitness Competition Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE9LFRtFyog Focus: Fitness Drill Number of Players: +6 Age: +U8 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Arrange cones as illustrated in the setup image. Adjust the distance between cones based on the team’s age and skill level. Place a small goal at the end of the cone path and position balls in front of […]
Pre-Season Fitness Drill
Focus: Fitness Drill Number of Players: +4 Age: +U8 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Arrange cones, obstacles, and the small goal as illustrated in the setup image. Position at least 2 players between each starting cone, with a minimum of 4 players in total. Adjust the distances between cones and obstacles based on […]
3 Player Passing Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiYnUP8X2MU Focus: Passing Drill Number of Players: +3 Age: +U5 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Arrange 4 cones in a straight line, following the distances indicated in the setup image. Involve a minimum of 3 players, with one player starting with the ball and the other two positioned at each end of the […]
The Barcelona Line Passing Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J4hqZ2srG4 Focus: Passing Drill Number of Players: +4 Age: +U8 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Arrange 4 cones in a line, spacing them 5-10 meters apart. (Optionally, substitute the 2 middle cones with man-makers, if available.) Assign one player to each cone, totaling 4 players participating in the drill. Adjust distances between cones […]
The “Xavi” Midfielder Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phhuOUUpIeo Focus: Dribbling / Passing Drill Number of Players: +2 Age: +U5 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Make a square of 4 cones with a distance of 2-5 meters between each. Place 3 small goals 5-10 meters from the square in three different direction from the square. Position one player (Midfielder) in the […]
Building Out From Goal Kick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHJeTNRX-wc Focus: Possession Drill Number of Players: +12 Age: +U13 Level: Medium Download Drill in PDF Setup: Set up three small goals a few meters from the middle of the field. Form a defensive backline with 3 or 4 players, with a couple of midfielders for support. Put out 4-5 attacking players to put pressure […]
1v1 Shooting Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG8JyX–WNc Focus: Shooting / Dribbling Drill Number of Players: +6 Age: +U5 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Position a cone approximately 10-15 meters outside the box. Divide the players into two teams and arrange them in two lines behind the cone. Have a coach prepared with an ample supply of balls to start […]
3v3 On Small Goals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5qVQNuYKqo Focus: Possession Drill Number of Players: +6 Age: +U8 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Create a 30×20 square using four cones, and mark the middle line with two additional cones. Place two small goals at each end. Position one team at each end of the pitch, with six players on each team […]
3v2 “Klopp Inspired” Shooting Drill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbaEI57OxAA Focus: Shooting Drill Number of Players: +10 Age: +U13 Level: Easy Download Drill in PDF Setup: Arrange 3 cones in a line approximately 10 meters outside the box, representing a striker and two wingers. Position two small goals on each side of the pitch outside the box. Have a minimum of 2 attacking players […]