Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): 4 v 4 The Passing Game

4 v 4 The Passing Game

The Game

Since the playing area is longer than it is wide, the emphasis is on creating length (height) in the

game. In this game, there is a premium placed on playing the ball forward early. The ball can be

played early:

• To a target player who is coming back for the ball with a defender behind them (as

shown in diagram).

• To a player running forward away from the server.

Scoring

• Stopping the ball anywhere on the line.

• Passing the ball through an open goal.

This Game Emphasizes

• Vision

• Changes in direction and speed of play.

• Appropriate use of firm touch.

• Long and short passing