Soccerexercises for u12

• A variation of the standard match play is executed.
• Behind each goal, there are 4 to 5 cones.
• As soon as team A scores, the scorer takes a cone from behind the goal where the goal was scored.
• The player runs as quickly as possible around the field to their own goal and places the cone there.
• Only after this may the player rejoin the game.
• A natural underload/overload moment arises.
• Players who "cut corners" must turn back, return the won cone, and then return to their own goal from outside the field.

• Upon losing possession, the team must immediately apply pressure on the ball.
• The objective is to regain the ball as quickly as possible.

• The red team plays in possession of the ball.
• The yellow team attempts to take the ball away.
• If the yellow team gains possession, they try to score immediately in one of the four goals.
• The red team must prevent this by applying immediate pressure.
• The field is small to encourage quick attempts on goal.

• Observe whether pressure is applied upon losing the ball.
• Analyse who applies pressure and who does not.
• Assess the intensity of the pressure applied.

• Use small goals if there are no goalkeepers.
• Allow the team with fewer players to score by dribbling out of the field.
• Award points to the team with more players for a number of successful passes.
• Award points to the team with more players if they regain possession without a goal attempt from the team with fewer players.
• Adjust the number of goals.
• Count goals from the team with fewer players as more valuable.

• Players dribble in a rectangle with various cones.
• They must not dribble over the cones and should avoid collisions with other players.
• The coach gives different tasks.

• Dribble with the inside of the right foot.
• Dribble with the inside of the left foot.
• Dribble with the outside of the right foot.
• Dribble with the outside of the left foot.
• Dribble with the ball between both feet.
• On signal, stop the ball with the sole and change direction.
• On signal, dribble to a cone and turn around the cone with the ball.

• Distances: 8 by 8 metres.
• Variations depending on the number of players and age.
• Ensure players are not too close to each other, but also not too far apart.

• Each player holds a ball in one hand.
• The ball may not be switched from hand to hand; otherwise, the player is out.
• Players move at pace through the area with the ball in hand.
• Try to knock the ball away from the opponent.
• The last player remaining wins.

• Players learn to be aware of their surroundings and opponents.
• Avoiding opponents to retain the ball.

• For advanced groups, this can also be done with the ball at the foot.

• Form groups of 2 players, with 1 ball per group.
• The players with the ball stand on the sideline.
• The other players stand opposite them, approximately 6 metres away.

• Player A dribbles forward.
• Player B jogs backward across the field.
• Player A passes the ball to Player B, who passes the ball back to Player A.
• Repeat this until they reach the other sideline.
• Switch roles when the players reach the other side of the field.
• Player A then jogs backward to the starting line.

• Alternate between right foot and left foot.
• Try to apply one-touch passing.
• Focus on quality over speed; it is not a race.

• Distance from point A to point B is 5 metres.
• Distance from point A to the goal is 5 metres.
• Distance from the cone to line B is 1 metre.
• The size of the goal varies depending on the age; younger players have a larger goal.
• The player dribbles to line A, cuts the ball, dribbles to line B, cuts again, and shoots the ball at the goal.
• The player retrieves the ball and runs around the outside back to the start.

• Cutting with the inside or outside of the foot.
• Cutting behind the standing leg.
• Dribbling with both the left and right foot.

• Dribbling: Touch the ball with each step.
• Make a short turn when cutting.
• At line B, cut so the ball is well positioned to step directly and shoot, without needing to go backwards for a run-up.

• Defender number 1 delivers a long pass to attacker number 2.
• The attacker controls the ball and goes directly towards the goal to score.
• Defender number 1 engages in the one-on-one duel.
• If intercepted, the defender finishes on the small goals.
• If the goalkeeper stops the ball, the same applies.
• Defender number 1 may play with his goalkeeper.

• Defenders start with a ball.
• Attackers start without a ball.
• Switch roles and join after each turn.
• Distances can be increased or decreased.
• The attacker must accelerate towards the goal.
• The defender must control the pace.
• Switch immediately upon losing the ball.

• Encourage players to engage in duels.
• Upon ball recovery, immediately coach whether to play with the goalkeeper or go directly to one of the goals.

• Player A frees themselves from behind the cone and passes to Player B.
• Player B dribbles with the ball through both gates towards the goal line.
• Meanwhile, Player A runs through the right gate to the centre, just in front of the penalty area.
• Player B passes the ball to Player A through the gate.
• Player A finishes on goal.
• Player B retrieves the ball and joins the red side; Player A becomes the red Player B and vice versa.
• The exercise is alternately performed on the blue and red side; red starts when the diagonal pass from blue is given.

• First left, then right, or both sides simultaneously if there are enough players.
• Encourage using the left foot on the left side, right foot on the right side.

• Player A turns open to the outside behind the opponent.
• Player A passes forward to player B between the cones.
• Player A runs diagonally to the cone in front of the goal.
• At the same time, player B cuts or turns out of the cones towards the goal line.
• Player B passes diagonally back to player A who is now at the cone.
• Player A shoots at the goal.
• Player A becomes player B, player B joins the starting position.

• Mark the field with 4 cones in a 20 by 20 meter area.

• Each pair of players receives a ball.
• The purple player must try to shield the ball from the blue player.
• The blue player must try to recover the ball without committing a foul.

• If a player recovers the ball, that player may shield the ball and the other player must try to take it back.
• On the coach's whistle, you must switch player groups.
• You may not switch to another player you have already played against.
• Use your body effectively when shielding the ball.

• The game is played between two teams against each other.
• The attackers play towards a large goal.
• The defenders play towards four small goals on the sides.
• If the team that must score on the large goal loses the ball, they must defend the four small goals.
• After 15 minutes, switch halves.

• If the attackers lose the ball, it can quickly result in a counter-goal.
• Players who do not defend enough in competitive matches may find this game form challenging.

• Mark the opponent on time.
• Do not lunge.
• Defend on the correct side.
• Posture during duels, bend the knees.

Introduction

• This activity involves speed, agility, coordination, passing, and duels.
• Suitable for all age groups with possible variations.
• The FUN aspect is enjoyable for both young and old.

Execution

• Players A start shoulder to shoulder and sprint to the cones.
• Accelerate around the marker and move backwards to the pole.
• Move sideways over the hurdles and then back behind the pole.
• Accelerate forward to the furthest pole and then backwards to the other pole.
• Player B plays a ball to A who finishes on goal.
• The player who finishes first wins.

Variations

• For older age groups, the loser may receive an extra task.
• For younger age groups, points are accumulated.
• Players switch positions after each round.
• Player B can throw the ball so A must head it towards the goal.