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Possession

Possession Game — 8v8 with End Zones

Two teams of 8 keep possession

Theme

Possession

Duration

30 min

Players (min–rec–max)

24–24–24

Equipment

cones, bibs, balls

Set-up

Two teams of 8 keep possession. Score a point by completing 5 consecutive passes or by playing a teammate into an end zone and they control it. Rotate 4 players as neutrals who always play with the ball team. Outfield only — GKs work with GK coach separately.

Coaching points

  • Third-man runs: if two players combine, a third should already be moving.
  • Play forward when it's on; recycle only when forward options are closed.
  • Winning the ball means nothing if you give it back in three seconds — transition immediately into a shape.

Progressions

  • Remove neutrals to make it a true 8v8 and force players to create their own width.
  • Add a pressing rule: after losing the ball, team has 5 seconds to win it back or concede a point.