4v2 and 3v1 Rondo; Finding Target Players
This 4v2 and 3v1 rondo soccer drill focuses on playing the target players from the attacking third of the field.
4v2 3v1 Rondo, Attacking Soccer Drill to Find Target Players
This attacking drill focuses on playing the target players from the attacking third of the field.
Drill Setup
- Create a 25x25 grid and split in half with cones.
- 8 players are required.
- 5 attacking players (blue) and 3 defensive players (yellow).
Drill Instructions
- The blue attackers play 4v2 against the yellow defenders and attempt to find the target in the attacking half.
- Place a two-touch limit on the attackers.
- As soon as the four attackers are able to play the 1 target player, three players move over to the new area, and one defender moves over to help get the ball back. This now creates a 4v2 situation in the new grid.
- If the defender playing 1v1 wins the ball as the ball played to the target player, 2 defenders from the other half come help play 3v1.
- The two-touch limit does not apply to the defenders as they try and keep the ball away from the target.
- When the target player wins the ball back, he must play over to the waiting 3 players in the other half.
- The attacking team looks to get 10 changes before the players rotate into different roles.
- If the defender wins the ball and connects 10 passes, then the entire attacking team does push-ups or sit-ups or sprints; whatever the coach decides.
The purpose is to find the attacking target, get connected and keep possession. It will be tough for the target to win the ball back if it is lost in the attacking half because they are two men down. High pressure is a must to win the ball back. This makes players aware of the danger of dispossessing the ball and the energy needed to get the ball back.
Drill Variations
- Limit touches for quicker speed of play.
- Adjust field size, larger or smaller, based on skill level.
Drill Coaching Points
- Movement to keep possession
- Good passing angles
- Movement to support players
- Finding the target player
- High Pressure Immediately to win back a lost ball
Equipment
- Disc Cones/Markers - Mini or Full-Size Disc Cones are a critical piece of equipment that every soccer coach must have in your equipment bag.
- Scrimmage Vests - Scrimmage vests, also called bibs or pinnies, are also another must-have in your soccer coaching equipment bag.
- Soccer Balls - Every player should have a soccer balls at practice to have a successful training session.
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