4v4+2 possession box

Veterans Possession and rondos Defensive organisation

Two teams of four plus two end neutrals keep the ball in 25×20 m, scoring by 8 passes or an end-to-end pass between the neutrals.

4v4+2 in 25×20 m: the team in possession (lime) uses the end neutrals to stretch the box; a point for 8 passes or for an end-to-end pass between the neutrals.

Rules

Point for 8 passes in a row or a neutral-to-neutral pass through the team
Neutrals limited to two touches
No slide tackles or tackles from behind
Coach restarts from the side; 2 min walking rest with fluids

To make it easier

Add a central neutral (4v4+3)

To make it harder

Three-touch limit for everyone
Point counts only after a split pass between two defenders

Coaching points

Form a triangle with the ball carrier
Scan before receiving and play away from pressure
Press in twos: one closes, one covers the inside pass

Common mistakes

Everyone on the edge of the box, so the ball only goes round the outside
One player chasing the ball alone

From the session “Veterans Football Training Session: A Safe 75-Minute Plan”

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