Soccerexercises for u6

• The players play 4 versus 4.
• In the attack, the players must first pass the ball to each other 2 times before they are allowed to score.
• After a period of time, this can be expanded to 3 passes.
• When the ball is intercepted by the opponent, the counting of the passes must start again.
• Scoring is not allowed if there have not been enough passes.

• The players position themselves in a circle. Ideally, there are 6 to 8 players per circle. Each circle has only one ball.

• A player passes the ball to another player and follows the ball towards the player they passed to.
• The second player receives the ball and passes it to another player in the circle. They also follow the ball towards the player they have just passed to.
• This repeats continuously.

• Passes must be clear and accurate. The passes are played along the ground, keep the ball low!
• Just after the pass, players accelerate (short sprint).
• Players call out the name of the player they intend to pass to.
• All players stand constantly on their toes, not flat-footed, to improve reaction speed.

• You can make the game more challenging by applying one-touch play.
• You can play with two balls.
• Player 1, who has made the pass, must try to tag the receiving player (player 2) before they pass the ball to player 3.

• Form groups of two players. Each group has one ball.
• Players with the ball stand on the sideline.
• The other players stand opposite them, approximately 6 metres away.

• Player A dribbles forward while Player B jogs backwards.
• Player A passes the ball to B, who passes it back to A.
• Repeat this until the other sideline is reached.
• Switch roles when the other side of the field is reached.
• Player A walks backwards to the starting line.

• Alternate passes between the right foot and the left foot.
• Try to use one-touch passing; only if necessary, the ball may be touched twice.
• Focus on quality over speed; it is not a race.
• Encourage successes!

• Play the ball to the thigh, bring under control, and volley back.
• Play the ball to the chest, bring under control, and volley back.
• Play the ball to the head, head the ball back.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.