3v3 with target players
Three play three, and each team has two target players beside the goal it attacks. A pass to a target is one point; a goal is three.
- Ages
- U5–U8
- Players
- 10: 3v3 on the pitch, two targets (T) per team beside the goal it attacks
- Area
- 30×24 yd
- Time
- 15 min
One example
Target beside the goal = 1 point. Goal = 3.
Coaching points
- Get your head up: is a goal on, or a target?
- Run beyond the defender into the space they leave.
- Defenders: get between your player and the goal.
- Shoot early when the goal is open.
Equipment: 2 small goals, cones, bibs, 1 ball
Based on FIFA Training Centre — Ages 4-8: Developing shooting skills, in our own words.