Football Technique | Football Slalom & Shoot
Suitable for players aged 7-8 years
SETUP
- Create an area up to 20m x 20m. Modify the size depending on the number of players
- Set up eight small goals with small cones inside the area
- Divide players into 2 teams of equal size. Teams start in line with their 1st goal and players have a ball each
- Set up 2 small goals 5 yards beyond the far side of the area
HOW TO PLAY
- On the Game Leader’s call, the first player from each team dribbles into the area and through 2 of their goals only. As soon as they have dribbled through the second goal they choose they must shoot
- The team which scores the most goals in 2 minutes wins
PROGRESSION
INTERMEDIATE:
- Add a goalkeeper, from the opposing team, to each goal. Rotate the goalkeepers after each round.
- Players must dribble the ball through all four goals
OUTCOMES
- Dribbling and changing direction with close ball control, with both feet
- Keeping head up for awareness
- Passing and shooting techniques