Soccerexercises for u18

• For each player, place two cones approximately 15 metres apart. This distance can be adjusted as desired.
• The player runs back and forth with the ball around the cone.
• Upon return, the player stops the ball next to the cone.
• Then, the player runs back and forth at a high pace around the cone without the ball.
• The fastest player wins.

• Repeat the desired number of times.
• Try reversing the order: first without the ball and then with the ball.

• 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.

• 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.

• Player 1 passes to player 2.
• Player 2 returns the pass to player 1.
• Player 1 plays through to player 3.
• Player 3 returns the pass to player 2.
• Player 2 plays to player 4.
• Player 6 returns the pass to player 5.
• Player 5 plays a deep pass to player 6.
• Player 6 finishes, takes the ball, and joins player 1.

• 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.

• 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.

• Player 1 engages in a one-two with player 2.
• Player 2 moves towards the ball.
• Player 1 provides a through pass to player 3.
• Player 3 plays into player 4, who moves towards the ball.
• Player 4 creates space for the incoming player.
• Player 3 passes to player 5 across the width.
• Player 6 moves towards the ball, and player 5 decides through the pass whether he wants the ball on the left or right.
• Player 6 controls the ball and scores.

• Start with a ball at player 1.
• Have three players at player 3 and player 5.
• Shift from player 1 to player 6.
• If there is no goalkeeper, player 6 goes for the goal.
• Distances can be increased or decreased.
• Pass to the outer foot.
• Maintain eye contact, create space, and move towards the ball.
• Add a defender at the position of player 2, player 4, and player 6.
• Ball can be played on the ground and/or through the air.

• For player 2, player 4, and player 6, first move away from the ball and then towards it.
• Only move towards the ball when player 1 has control.
• Ensure players do not play too close to each other, as it is easier to defend.
• Player 5 decides himself whether he wants the ball on the left or right through the manner of passing.

• Place 7 cones at a distance of approximately 15-20 meters from each other.
• With a small group: one player per series of cones; with a larger group: players one behind the other.
• Slalom at pace through the cones back and forth.
• Stop the ball next to the cone.
• The fastest player wins.

• Slalom at pace through the cones, but without slalom back.
• Stop the ball next to the cone.
• The fastest player wins.

• Arrange your team in 2 lines with 4-5 players per line.
• Use only 1 ball.

• Players receive the ball and pass it to the first person in the line opposite them.
• Immediately after the pass, they sprint and join the end of the line they just played into.
• This process repeats continuously.

• Players stand on their toes ready for the pass.
• Passes are clear and accurate.
• Players call out when they want to receive the ball and name the player to whom they are passing.
• With the first touch, they bring the ball under control, and the second touch is the pass.

• Apply the one-touch pass.
• Have one line pick up the ball and throw it back underhand to the other line, which returns it with a volley pass.
• Players receive the ball with their thigh and bring it under control before passing it back along the ground.
• Place a cone 5 meters on either side of the central point between the 2 lines.
• After the pass, players must run around the cone before joining the line.

• Player 1 or the goalkeeper takes a goal kick.
• Player 2 receives the ball.
• Player 2 gives a through pass to player 3.
• Player 3 plays into player 4 who comes to the ball.
• Player 4 creates space for the incoming player.
• Player 3 plays to player 5.
• Player 5 controls the ball and scores.

• At player 1, there are two players with a ball.
• At players 2, 3, and 5, there are three players.
• Rotate from player 1 to player 5.
• If the goalkeeper is absent, player 5 shoots on goal.
• Distances can be increased or decreased.
• Play to the outer foot.
• Make eye contact and come to the ball.
• Add a defender at position 4.
• Play the ball on the ground and/or through the air.
• In case of delay, player 1 takes the goal kick.

• When player 1 has control of the ball, only then come to the ball.
• At player 4, first move away from the ball and then come to the ball.
• Ensure players do not play too close to each other, as it is easy to defend against.