Description:

3 v 1 Breakout

Purpose:

Game to improve short passing and support

Organization:

*Area 30 x10 yards, halfway line. 2 goals either end *Play 3 v 1 in one half. Players must make at least 3 passes before they can break over the halfway line. *Once over the halfway line, 2nd defender defends to create a 3 v 1. *Repeat. Team scores by running the ball through the goal. Team turns and repeats game

Key:

*Ball out of the feet, head up and picture the pass *Sidefoot, punch throught the middle and centre of ball *Early support from players off the ball. Good communication and angle and distance of support *Decisions on control and pass or first time pass

Progressions:

*Play 3 v 2, then 4 v 3*Play 4 v 2.

Additional Notes:

Progress to a mached up small sided game