World Cup (Small-Sided)

World Cup (Small-Sided) is a small sided drill for U8-U14 youth soccer players that runs approximately 20 minutes and needs goal, keeper, balls, pinnies.

Setup

Half field, one goal with a keeper. Players form pairs; each pair is a country.

How to run it

All countries play at once. A country that scores advances. Last country in loses each round.

Coaching points

  • Communicate with your partner
  • Find space away from the ball
  • Finish your chance quickly

Details

Categorysmall-sided
Age rangeU8-U14
Time20 minutes
SpaceHalf field
EquipmentGoal, keeper, balls, pinnies

Frequently asked questions

What age is World Cup (Small-Sided) for?+
World Cup (Small-Sided) works for U8 through U14.
How long does World Cup (Small-Sided) take?+
World Cup (Small-Sided) takes about 20 minutes to run.
What equipment do I need for World Cup (Small-Sided)?+
Goal, keeper, balls, pinnies
How much space does World Cup (Small-Sided) need?+
Half field
What are the key coaching points for World Cup (Small-Sided)?+
Communicate with your partner; Find space away from the ball; Finish your chance quickly.

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