7v7 Scrimmage
7 VS 7 SCRIMMAGE, 7V7 TEAM TRAINING
Drill Equipment
Disc Cones/Markers, Scrimmage Vests, Soccer Balls, Full-Size Goal
Drill Quick Glance
A 7v7 scrimmage is a great way to end most of your training sessions. The 7 vs 7 allows players to focus on team tactics in realistic training situations and respond to problems presented in the full-sided game.
Drill setup
- Create a field approximately 60 X 40 yards.
- Two full-size goals on each end-line.
- Split the teams evenly into 7 vs 7. Six field players per team and a goalkeeper in each goal.
- For younger players with fewer field players, reduce the size of the field and number of players.
Drill Coaching Points
- Let the game be the teacher.
- Correct team shape.
- Speed of play.
Drill Instructions
- Play a small sided game with match conditions.
- All game rules apply. Throw ins, corner kicks, goal kicks, etc.
Drill Variations
- Add minor restrictions to focus on a specific topic.
Drill Focus
Dribbling, Passing, Receiving, Crossing, Fitness, Possession, Defending, Attacking, Shooting, Goalkeeping, FUN