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Double Points Match Play

Enhance players' ability to run with the ball effectively during match play.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones for marking the playing area
  • Two goals
  • Two goalkeepers
  • Footballs
Setup
  1. Area: 40x35 yard area marked with cones
  2. Goals: One goal on each end line, each with a goalkeeper
  3. Team Red: 1 red outfield player starts spaced evenly across the area on the red team's side
  4. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line of the red team's goal
  5. Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player starts spaced evenly across the area on the blue team's side
  6. Team Blue GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line of the blue team's goal
  7. Equipment: Cones marking the four corners and boundary lines of the 40x35 area, one goal centred on each end line
Instructions
  1. Play a standard match following regular football rules.
  2. Award double points for goals scored after a player makes a successful run with the ball.
  3. Encourage players to exploit open space and communicate effectively.
  4. Monitor player movement and runs, emphasizing quality ball control and speed.
Coaching Points
  • Encourage quality technique, using laces to move the ball quickly while maintaining stride.
  • Promote clear communication among players.
  • Focus on covering ground efficiently to utilize open space.
  • Ensure high-quality passing and shooting.
  • Prioritize good first touch to control the ball.
  • Teach players to look up and scan the field while running with the ball.
  • Differentiate between running with the ball versus dribbling.
  • Maintain a positive body shape to facilitate forward runs with the ball.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area size to increase pressure.
2. Allow defenders to tackle more aggressively.
3. Implement a time limit for scoring after a run.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the playing area size to provide more space.
2. Limit defensive pressure to encourage player confidence.
3. Allow more touches on the ball to build control technique.
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