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World Cup Doubles/Trebles

"World Cup Doubles" is a dynamic and exciting drill that simulates the intensity and competitiveness of a World Cup tournament within the compact space of a penalty box. By setting up small teams and utilising a full-size goal guarded by a goalkeeper, this activity fosters sharp shooting skills, teamwork, and strategic play under pressure.

Key Points

  • Setup: Inside the penalty box, organise four groups of three players, each group wearing pennies to distinguish teams. Position your goalkeeper in a full-size goal. The coach should keep a collection of soccer balls within reach for continuous play.
  • Players: Multiple teams of 2 or 3
  • Objectives: Improve shooting accuracy, promote quick decision-making and teamwork, and simulate tournament pressure.
  • Rules:
    • The game kicks off with the coach launching a ball into the playing area.
    • All teams compete simultaneously against each other.
    • The first team to score withdraws from the current round, automatically advancing to the next.
    • The final team to score in each round is eliminated from the World Cup tournament.
  • Duration: 10 minutes
  • Coaching tips:
    • Encourage players to be quick and decisive with their shots to secure early advancement to the next round.
    • Focus on developing strategies among team members to efficiently manage opposing groups.
    • Emphasise the importance of spatial awareness and positioning to capitalise on scoring opportunities.
  • Variations:
    • Adjust the number of teams or players per team based on the available participants.
    • ntroduce specific rules for each round, such as left-foot only or headers and volleys, to challenge players' skill sets further.

Video

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Drill Layout

World Cup Doubles/Trebles

Benefits

  • Teamwork
  • Using space
  • Competiveness
  • Fun
  • Shooting
  • Passing
  • Control
  • Dribbling
  • Quick decision making
  • Tackling
  • Teamwork