4 v 4 + 1 Penetration End Zone Game

Set Up

• N/A
• Reasonable size area appropriate for age and ability
• 4 v 4 + 1
• Footballs, cones, bibs

Objectives

• Develop attacking decision-making and communication. 
• Improve accuracy and pace of pass.
• Improve combination play and movement.

Details

• A pitch with end zones
• A team must receive inside the end zone or dribble into the end zone to score a goal
• The team in possession should look to penetrate to the opposite side by using the neutral player

Alterations

 Regression

• Decrease the size of the area

Progression

• Touch limit

• Time limit to score

Coaching Points

• Good supporting angles
• Finding splits/gaps between the defenders
• Visual cues on when to penetrate
  
• Accuracy and pace of pass
  

Tony Mee

• Academy Coach
• UEFA A Licensed Coach