Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Possession and Off Ball Movement

Babbino (10 mins)

Set up a three-sided goal using cones or training poles. Break players into

groups of 4 or 5 with one player guarding the goal, this player can’t move

more than one step off the goal line. Other players are spread out around the

goal these players start with the ball and pass it amongst themselves until

they have a good opportunity to pass it through one side of the goal. Players

should be encouraged to move to support the ball and after passing it and to make deceptive runs / interchange positions. You

can start this game with the players hands then move to their feet.

Key Attributes of the Drill – Fun game that encourages movement and

interchanging of positions. Can incorporate a goalie by allowing the defender to use

their hands. Game-based passing activity.

Pass and Move - sprint out (10 mins)

Continue pass and move but now players must sprint outside of the box each time they play the ball

7 v 7 to 9 v 9 Game (30 mins)

Play 7 v 7 to 9 v 9 in a formation that is similar to what you play in a game. Start by requiring 3 to 5 passes before the team can go to go. After 15 min of playing with the pass restriction allow the team to play unrestricted.