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Possession for Points

Keep the ball as a team against equal numbers: create angles, support quickly, and string passes together to score points.

Live animationPOS

Duration

14 min

Total drill time

Players

Recommended

Pitch

36 × 28 yd

Setup space

Level

Advanced

Skill required

Intensity

High

Physical demand

Age band

U9-U10

Any format

Setup & instructions

Mark a grid and play 3v3 (or 4v4). A team scores a point for every set number of consecutive passes, six is a good target, and possession switches when the ball is won or goes out. No neutrals, so support has to come from off the ball. Reward teams that create angles and switch away from pressure rather than forcing it. First to a target score, or most points in a set time.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

Create a passing angle off both sides of the ball
First touch out of your feet, away from the presser
Switch the play early to escape pressure
Move after you pass, don't admire it
As defenders: press together and screen the switch

Common mistakes

Standing still and offering no angle
Heavy first touch under pressure
Forcing a pass into the press instead of switching
Defenders diving in and getting split

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

Two-touch, then one-touch maximum
A switch of play counts as two passes
Shrink the grid to raise the difficulty

Regressions

Add a neutral to help the team in possession
Bigger grid for more time and space
Count total passes rather than consecutive ones

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