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Line-Breaking Rondo (Split the Defenders)

Keep the ball and break the line. Circulate to move the two defenders, recognise when the gap opens between them, and thread a firm split pass through the middle to the opposite side.

Live animationRON
Duration
12 min
Total drill time
Players
6
Recommended
Pitch
30 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Intermediate
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

Four outside players keep the ball around a box against two defenders in the middle. A point is scored for a split pass that goes between the two defenders to the far side. Move the ball to drag the defenders, then play the firm pass through the gap the instant it opens. Two touch on the outside. Rotate the two defenders after a set time or number of splits.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Move the ball to shift the two defenders
  • Scan for the gap between them before you receive
  • Split pass firm and along the ground
  • Receive on the half-turn to see the middle
  • A point only counts if it splits the two

Common mistakes

  • Passing round the outside without ever splitting
  • Forcing the split when the gap is not there
  • Soft split pass that the defender intercepts
  • Body shape closed off, unable to see the middle

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • One touch on the outside to speed it up
  • Add a third defender to make it 4v3
  • Two points for a first-time split

Regressions

  • Three touch and a bigger box for more time
  • Add a fifth outside player for more support
  • Count any forward pass, not only a split
Equipment
Cones×4
Audience
U9-U10

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