5v5 goal-dribbling game

Description

5v5 game in which the team practises building play with a goal-dribble. When the ball goes over the end line, the defending team restarts by dribbling from any point in their own penalty area. The opponent may wait 5.5 metres from the ball. The player on the ball can carry the ball forwards or pass to a free player. In the example, the presser goes towards the goalkeeper, so the goalkeeper passes to the free player on the left. This player dribbles down the flank and passes to the attacker, who shoots. If an attack that starts from a goal-dribble ends in a goal, it is worth two points. All other goals are worth one. Play short blocks and rotate the teams often. According to the Football Association of Finland rules, 8- and 9-year-olds restart 5v5 by dribbling. In matches for seven-year-olds and younger, the opponent drops back to halfway for the goal-dribble and only defends once play has restarted.

Quality Factors

Start the goal-dribble from the part of the penalty area where there is the most space. The dribbler keeps their head up and looks where the presser is coming from. The outfield players move out to the flanks and into depth before the ball starts moving. When the presser comes close, pass with the inside of the foot to a free player. The player receiving the pass directs their first touch forwards into free space.

Key Questions

• From which area do you start the dribble and why?
• When do you dribble yourself, and when do you pass?
• Which of us is free when the presser comes?
• Where do you move when the ball is with our goalkeeper?

Training Info

• 8+ players
• Age Group: U8+