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Rondo King — Rotating 4v2

Six groups of 4 working simultaneously, each with 2 defenders in the middle

Theme

Technical

Duration

25 min

Players (min–rec–max)

24–24–24

Equipment

cones, bibs, balls

Set-up

Six groups of 4 working simultaneously, each with 2 defenders in the middle. The rondo runs competitively: the two players whose mistakes lead to the most turnovers in 5 minutes become the new defenders. Loud, fun, fast — this is mood-setting for tomorrow.

Coaching points

  • Touch the ball, enjoy it — confidence in possession comes from positive repetitions at pace.
  • Talk to each other: call for the ball, signal your intention before you receive.
  • No mistakes from poor decision-making — if the obvious pass is on, play it.

Progressions

  • One-touch only to sharpen the mind without adding physical load.
  • Merge two groups into an 8v2 to finish — bigger grid, looser, more joy, perfect end to a week.